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PSY1010 - History of Psychology

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Skriftlig 100/100 4 timer

Course content

The course provides a basic understanding of the historical development of major psychological issues. Modern psychology as it emerged in the early 20th century is considered central to the course, as are the main tendencies in the development of contemporary psychology.
The subject is a general introduction to other introductory subjects of the psychology program.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:
The student has basic understanding of the historical development of psychology.
The student has developed an understanding of the relationships and differences between the various trends in the history of psychology.

Skills:
The student can reflect on current psychological theory and practice by putting it into historical context.
The student can find detailed literature for futher reflection.
The student can put newer directions and theories in a historical perspective.

General competence:
The student can present important academic material both in writing and orally with a background in the field.

Learning methods and activities

Teaching method and activities: Lectures 2 hours per week, colloquium.

Required previous knowledge

None.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
PSY1000 7.5
PSY1008 7.5
PSYPRO4110 7.5
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2013

Language of instruction: Norwegian

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Subject area(s)
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences and Psychology
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Psychology

Examination

Examination arrangement: Written examination

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2013-12-03 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2014-05-19 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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