Psychology 0981 is a survey course examining the broad field of psychology. In this course, topics include critical thinking and the scientific method as it relates to the field of psychology and an overview of the discipline. This course introduces students to evolution and genetics, the human brain, biological rhythms and states of consciousness, sensation and perception, development through the lifespan, psychological disorders and approaches to therapy and treatment.
PSYC 0981 and PSYC 0991 can be taken in either order.
Both PSYC 0981and PSYC 0991 are required for completion of ABE Provincial level Psychology.
Prerequisites
Completion of or current enrollment in English 11 or equivalent.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Critical Thinking
- The Scientific Method
- Systems and Theories
- Evolutionary Psychology
- Behavioural Genetics
- The Human Brain
- Biological Rhythms and States of Consciousness
- Sensation and Perception
- Development Through The Lifespan
- Psychological Disorders
- Treatment and Therapy
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.