Cognitive Psychology (UoA)

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 5034
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Course ID
204644
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Cognitive Psychology is the branch of Psychology focussing on how mental processes work. These mental processes include perception, attention, memory, language, and problem solving. In this course, students will be introduced to the research, theories, and debates within Cognitive Psychology regarding how these mental processes function, as well as the applications that research within the field have to everyday life and society.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the major topics, research, and theories in Cognitive Psychology.
  • Critically evaluate and appraise different approaches to studying cognition.
  • Identify the applications that psychological principles within Cognitive Psychology have to everyday life and society.
  • Communicate key theories and findings from Cognitive Psychological research to a non-specialist audience.

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