PY2NS2-Neuroscience 2
Module Provider: Psychology
Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Spring term module
Pre-requisites: PY1IN Introduction to Neuroscience or PY1PC Perception
Non-modular pre-requisites: For non-Psychology students only
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded: PY2NS Neuroscience or PY2RM Research Methods and Data Analysis
Module version for: 2016/7
Module Convenor: Dr Katie Gray
Email: k.l.h.gray@reading.ac.uk
Summary module description:
Neuroscience 2
Aims:
The aims of the module are that the student should further their understanding of the neural bases of cognition, and some effects of brain damage on cognition.
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module students will be able to:
1. Critically analyse research on the neuroscience of topics such as attention and memory
2. Appraise research approaches and key theoretical perspectives of cognitive control
Outline content:
This module explores research in cognitive neuroscience. Topics might examine: Neural bases of cognition, for example, attention and working memory; Neuropsychological disorders, e.g. Parkinson's disease, dementia
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
(a) Lectures on neuroscience.
(b) Online discussion forum following lectures.
(c) Recommended reading in neuroscience.
(d) Continuous exercises tied to course content, including web-based exercises.
Summative Assessment Methods:
| Method |
Percentage |
| Set exercise |
30 |
| Class test administered by School |
70 |
Other information on summative assessment:
This module is assessed by coursework (30%) and an end-of-term multiple choice test (70%).
Coursework involves continuous online assessment of students' understanding of the material covered in lectures.
Penalties for late submission:
The Module Convenor will apply the following penalties for work submitted late, in accordance with the University policy.
where the piece of work is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
The University policy statement on penalties for late submission can be found at:
http://www.reading.ac.uk/web/FILES/qualitysupport/penaltiesforlatesubmission.pdf
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Requirements for a pass:
A mark of 40% overall
Reassessment arrangements:
Examination in August/September
Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
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Last updated: 21 December 2016