An overview of psychology as well as an introduction to the biological basis of behavior, motivation, learning, sensation, perception, memory, thinking and language. Students may be requested to participate in research and some course credit may be earned in this way.

Examines social behaviour, personality, assessment, abnormal psychology, and psychological therapy. Students may be requested to participate in research and some course credit may be earned in this way.

An introduction to theory, methods, and research findings in lifespan developmental psychology. The life cycle as a whole and basic processes in socialization, cognition, and personality development will be examined. This course is designed primarily for Nursing students. Enrolment of other students is by permission of the instructor. Students currently enrolled in the BN program are exempt from the PSYC 1004 prerequisite requirement. NOTE: Students who take PSYC 1273 may not take PSYC 3201 or PSYC 3293. 

An introduction to the methods and theory of empirical and experimental research in psychology. The logic of hypothesis construction and testing in relation to various areas of psychology are examined. Students will be required to complete an experiment. 

Designed to acquaint the student with the basic tools of statistics which are used to summarize and analyze psychological data. 

An aggregate of the scientific and professional contributions of the discipline of psychology towards promotion of a holistic approach for the maintenance of health, the prevention and treatment of illness including etiologic as well as diagnostic correlates of health and illness.

A study of theory, methods and research findings in infancy and childhood. Examines social, cognitive, emotional and physical development. Credit will not be granted for both PSYC 3201 and ED 3021. Students who completed PSYC 2201 cannot get credit for PSYC 3201.

Examines psychological based theories of crime and the contribution of psychology to the understanding of criminal behaviour and the assessment and rehabilitation of offenders. 

This course will focus on the application of psychological principles within legal contexts (e.g., legal decision-making, eye witness memory) and in relation to policing practices (e.g., interrogation practices, credibility assessment). 

Focuses on the changes in physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development associated with aging, beginning in young adulthood, and extending to late adulthood. We will examine such topics as physical and intellectual change, personality and social development, marriage, the family, vocational development, retirement, and issues dealing with death and dying. 

Psychological perspectives are presented to inform our understanding of the nuances of psychological health/mental wellness, mental illness prevention, and public health initiatives as they relate to mental health in the community and general population context. 

Provides an introduction to the psychology of human sexuality, including examination of topics such as sexual anatomy, sexual behaviour, sexual response, sexual dysfunction and therapy, sexual variation and other topics of interest.

Provides a broad introduction to sensation and perception. We will explore how brain structure and neural functioning underlie how we process and interpret information from our environments. Although the course will focus on visual and auditory perception, other sensory modalities may be discussed.

The array of contemporary psychotherapeutic techniques is examined with emphasis on the relationship that exists between the theoretical and historical background of a therapy and the form it assumes when put into practice.

Examines foundational works in social psychology as well as most recent research that is of particular interest. Potential topics include the nature of love, conspiratorial beliefs, learned helplessness, and prejudice. 

Examines how culture may affect a variety of human behaviours, beliefs, and attitudes. Potential topics include variations in romantic relationships, morality, personality, and social etiquette. 

What do we mean when we refer to someone's personality? How do we look at and understand personality in research and clinical settings? The purpose of this course is to provide and initial overview and analysis of the major perspectives on human personality. By the end of this course, you will have a working understanding of major personality theories, as well as how these theories can be applied to real-world settings using empirical research and practice. 

There are many strategies to understand and change human behaviour. This course will focus on strategies drawn from learning theory and applied behavioural analaysis, as well as other psychological principles that guide how we can influence behaviour change.

A survey of principles of both instrumental and classical conditioning focusing on animal subjects. Such topics as biological constraints on learning, cognitive interpretations of learning, and memory processes will be included. There will be various demonstrations throughout the course. 

This course provides an initial overview of the major types of psychological disorders. Emphasis will be placed on broad theoretical and clinical issues relevant to assessment, diagnosis, and classification of adult disorders. Furthermore, etiology and phenomenology of a number of disorders will be explored. 

This course provides an examination of cognitive processes involved in attention and memory. We will examine how we mentally prioritize certain objects or events based on our level of interest, and how prior experience influences these actions. We will then consider how attention affects the encoding, storage, and subsequent recall of information in our memory systems.

Focuses on human and/or animal motivational processes that initiate and guide goal-directed behaviours and the maintenance of these behaviours as important determinants of adjustment. 

A review of human neuroanatomy with a focus on recent theories and findings regarding the functional organization of the brain. The principles of cerebral asymmetry, disconnection syndromes, and the functions of the occipital, parietal, temporal, and frontal lobes are examined. A special emphasis is placed on the role of brain systems in sensory motor skills, higher order cognitive functions and personality. 

Explores the neuropsychological sequelae of the most common neurological and psychiatric disorders seen in the practice of clinical neuropsychology, including vascular disorders, traumatic head injuries, epilepsy, tumours, multiple sclerosis, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, dementia, and neuro-degenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease. 

An introduction to a devastating group of diseases which cause irreversible decline in cognitive functioning. The etiological models, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes, treatment, care, and management issues of the most common types of dementias are explored including cortical (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, Vascular Dementia, Frontal Lobe diseases) and subcortical (e.g., Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and AIDS) dementias.

Development of psychological theory by the comparison of data from different species. Emphasizes the evolution and adaptive significance of behaviour. 

A survey of all classes of psychoactive drugs and their influences upon cognition, behaviour, and physical functioning. Such topics will be discussed in relation to their underlying biology, including the role of the brain in acute drug responses, long-term effects, and dependence. In the process of doing so, the course will also address issues related to the history of psychoactive drug use, addiction, and legality.

Application of psychological knowledge to business and industrial problems.

This course provides an introduction to research design and statistical inference in psychology. Topics covered are computational procedures and theory up to analysis of variance, including multiple comparisons and multiple regression. Students will also learn how to analyse data using one or more statistical packages. NOTE: Credit can be obtained for only one of STAT 2793, BA 2606, PSYC 3913.

This course is an applied research methods course focusing on cognitive and psychophysiological research. Students will focus on theoretical and methodological issues related to stress, cognitive function, motivation, individual differences, and neuroscience. Students will also gain hands-on experience in creating experimental programs for studying these phenomena, and will have the opportunity to execute a research project using their programs. 

This course traces the origins and development of modern psychology from its roots in ancient Greece through the philosophical and scientific developments in Europe that have culminated in the broad polymorphic discipline of today.  

The purpose is to enable students to become actively involved in basic research. This involvement will take the form of participation in research, reading and discussion of research topics, and development of research skills.

This course is a continuation of PSYC 4121. Requirements of this course may involve conducting a literature review, designing a research study, seeking ethical approval for research, collecting and analyzing data, and writing a report with their results. The actual course requirements will be determined by the faculty member supervising the project. 

Under the direction of a supervisor a student develops a proposal which is assessed and approved by the Department. A letter grade will be assigned.

Under the direction of a supervisor a student conducts, completes and defends the research. A letter grade will be assigned.

The field placement is designed to provide students with practical experience in a community correctional setting that provides services for federal paroles. The course has limited enrollment and is open to 3rd - 4th year psychology & sociology majors with a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or higher. Grades are awarded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR). 

The field placement is designed to provide students with additional practical experience in a community correctional setting that provides services for federal paroles. The course has limited enrollment and is open to 3rd - 4th year psychology & sociology majors with a minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or higher. Grades are awarded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR). 

Exposure to community mental health settings, with the goal of gaining applied supervised experience with individuals who have mental health, behavioural and/or intellectual challenges. Enrolment is limited to Psychology Major/Honour students with a minimum CGPA of 3.3 (B+) and is subject to permission of the instructor. Grades are awarded as Credit/No Credit (CR/NCR).

This seminar course focuses on an in-depth analysis of attachment theory, research, and its applications. An attachment framework will be used to explore topics such as interpersonal relationships, intimacy, loneliness, solitude, well-being, and attachment-based psychotherapeutic interventions.

Applied neuroscience explores the multidisciplinary applications of neuroscience in real-world settings, drawing on knowledge from many areas of science, including psychology, biology, chemistry, and philosophy. Students will learn about neuroscience techniques, and how they are used to study disease mechanisms and improve treatments. There will be a focus on theories underpinning our current understanding of the neuroscientific and psychological foundations of mental health and human behaviour.    

A seminar course that covers a broad spectrum of topics in the area of addiction including the epidemiology of substance abuse and dependence, the biopsychosocial bases of addictive behaviours, as well as, issues of comorbidity, prevention, and intervention. 

A seminar course focusing on the pharmacological treatments for various psychopathologies, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, dementia, and other related disorders. The emphasis will be on the neurological bases of these psychopathologies and the pharmacological agents used to manage them. This course will include  written assignments and in-person presentations.