PSYCHOL 1100 - Introductory Psychology
North Terrace Campus - Summer - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PSYCHOL 1100 Course Introductory Psychology Coordinating Unit Psychology Term Summer Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 2 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites Completed undergraduate degree Incompatible PSYCHOL 1000, PSYCHOL 1001, PSYCHOL 6100 Restrictions Available only to students in the Graduate entry stream of the BPsychSc Assessment Online exercises and written assignments Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Megan Bartlett
Email: megan.bartlett@adelaide.edu.auCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of Introductory Psychology you will be able to:
1 explain key areas of basic psychological enquiry 2 discuss and enter into debate on psychological topics 3 critically evaluate psychological research 4 describe psychological research methods 5 apply introductory knowledge about conventions for writing in psychology University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 4, 5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
4, 5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
. Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Course Text
Required readings for all modules will be taken from:
- Passer, M. W., & Smith, R. E. (2019). Psychology: The science of mind and behaviour. McGraw Hill.
Online Learning
This course is based around on-line learning. MyUni will be used for all course materials, communication, links to curated resources, discussion boards, and assignments including submissions, feedback and grades.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course consists of six weekly modules. Each module comprises content which includes online lecture materials, commentary, readings from the course text book, various interactive materials, and self-test quizzes. It is expected that students will, over the course of a week, work through the available content for that topic. It is also expected that students will complete the modules in the order they appear on MyUni at a rate of one-per-week. Adherence to this program of study will facilitate group discussion of materials during tutorials.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The information below is provided to as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
This course is a seven-week intensive, accelerated learning offering. Students should expect to approximately 25 hours per week engaging with the online content, in private study, attending tutorials, and completing the coursework assignments.
Indicative Hours per Week:
- 2 hours - Tutorial Attendance
- 1 hour - Tutorial Preparation
- 9 hours - Preparation and Completion of Assessment-Related Tasks
- 10 hours - Engagement with Online Content
- 3.5 hours - Self-Directed Learning and Reading
Learning Activities Summary
The course has six modules. Each module teaches students about a different aspect of psychology. The modules are:- Module 1: Introduction and getting started
- Module 2: Library skills and science of psychology
- Module 3: Evaluating research and research methods
- Module 4: Social psychology and developmental psychology
- Module 5: Individual differences and motivation and emotion
- Module 6: Mental health
Specific Course Requirements
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment includes Module Assessment Exercises, a Research Evaluation Assignment and a Final Quiz.
Successful completion of Introductory Psychology is a pre-requisite for entry to the Bachelor of Psychological Science for students who have not completed Level 1 Psychology. Therefore, it is expected that all submission dates will be strictly adhered to so that all marking can be completed in a timely manner.
Assessment Related Requirements
Submission via MyUni. A penalty of 5% per day applies for late submissions.
Extensions are granted on medical, compassionate or other special circumstances recognised under the University’s Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy. The completed extension application form and any documentation (such as a medical or counsellor's certification) should be submitted before the due date.Assessment Detail
Assessment Task 1: Module Assessment Exercises (30%)
This task requires students to complete a series of exercises relating to each module with the aim of further developing their independent learning skills and encouraging them to get into the habit of engaging with psychological information.
Assessment Task 2: Research Evaluation Assignment (30%)
This task requires students to write a 1500-word essay with the aim of teaching them how to critically evaluate psychological research and equipping them with the skills involved in writing for psychology.
Assessment Task 3: Final Quiz (40%)
This task requires students to complete a 60 question multiple-choice quiz with the aim of assessing their knowledge of the course content.Submission
Esubmission and marking.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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