PSYK1210 General and Historical Introduction to Psychology Course description

The course provides an introduction to central psychological themes and is a platform for further studies in psychology. The course will provide a basis for the understanding of psychology as a wide research field that covers many areas, as well as providing an overview of clinical psychological therapies. The course offers an orientation about central themes that psychology seeks to illuminate and features of their history.

This module addresses the practice of design as seen from cultural and social perspectives. The primary focus is on written analysis, discussion and argumentation.

No requirements for prior knowledge

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student

• is capable of analysing the relationships between culture and sustainability from theoretical and societal perspectives
• is capable of discussing and arguing in academic and other professional contexts
• has knowledge of and shows empathy in relation to different cultural paradigms
• has knowledge of aesthetics and these apply in different cultural contexts
• has knowledge of, and insight into the relationship between theoretical perspectives, practical design work and innovation

Skills

The student is capable of

• discussing and relating to theoretical problems
• using aesthetic elements in the development of products in different cultural contexts
• mastering written presentations and argumentation that adheres to professional and academic expectations.

Competence

The student is capable of

• exchanging opinions and experiences with other academics and professionals
• reflecting on and assessing his/her own professional and aesthetic points of view
• reflecting on his/her own development in the learning process and adjusting this under supervision

Lectures and workshops Literature study Individual- and group work Individual and group tutorials

Written assignment. Students have the option of collaborating in pairs to develop a shared submission.

The exam result can be appealed.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for referencing are complied with.

A grading scale from A - F where A is the highest grade and F constitutes a fail.

Two internal examiners. External examiners are used intermittently.

Successful completion of the first year of the BA programme, or equivalent qualifation