Overview
This Introduction To Cognitive Psychology - An Experimental Science course from the University of York will introduce the learner to a key area in psychology: cognitive psychology.
Educational Opportunity
- You will develop an understanding of cognitive psychology as an experimental science by running your own experiments and collecting your own data.
- Assessments (and subsequent certificates) are optional and carry a fee, with the exception of people with a York username for whom they are free.
Programme Structure
- Through this experience, you will gain an appreciation of how we can use these methods to study the mind. We will look at the current thinking on two key areas of the cognitive psychology, ‘reasoning and thinking’, and ‘mental imagery’.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 21 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- York, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in the workings of the mind and how to study this through experiments. It would be suitable for learners interested in experimental science, especially those who wish to further their knowledge of different areas of psychology.
This course will be of specific interest to A-level students who are considering studying Psychology at university, and in particular those thinking of applying to study degree level Psychology at the University of York.
This course will also benefit those already working in the healthcare sector who want to deepen their understanding of current practices and theories in psychology.