Introduction to Psychology Course - Monash University
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Key Information
Campus location
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
12 weeks
Pace
Part time
Tuition fees
USD 39 / per month *
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Introduction
Discover the fascinating field of psychology from past to present, as you explore how the human mind affects our behaviour.
Gain a broad overview of psychology and master its basic principles
Developed by one of the world’s top-ranked universities, Monash, this ExpertTrack has been created to provide a broad overview of the science of psychology, from developmental and biological psychology to sensation perception and the psychology of learning.
The principles of psychology can be applied across a range of industries, such as teaching, counselling, marketing and human resources. Once you’ve understood them, they’ll be invaluable in helping you excel in your chosen field.
Discover the history of psychology
You’ll find out about the history of psychology, covering its split from philosophy, examining the contributions of key figures, and exploring how it became the fascinating discipline it is today.
You’ll master the fundamental principles of the scientific method, which you can then apply across your professional and academic work.
Once you’ve understood the background of psychological enquiry, you’ll move on to more detailed discoveries around early behavioural psychology, cognitive psychology and clinical psychology.
Explore the world of developmental psychology
As you grow your understanding of human development and lifespan theories you will consider the various stages of human development and the impact they have as life progresses.
You’ll also examine the nature versus nurture discussion and explore the critical thinking skills required to carry out research within the discipline.
Understand the psychology of sensation and perception
Discover how the senses combine to help us perceive and respond to our environment.
Once you’ve completed this section of the course, you’ll understand how the study of sensation helps to further our understanding of perception and how it shapes our view of the world.
Learn with psychology experts at Monash University
The Monash University School of Psychological Sciences is ranked amongst the best in the world.
It offers a full programme of award courses accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), including its fully-online Graduate Diploma of Psychology.
You’ll learn with expert academics from a school that is also world-renowned for its research into key issues around sleep, addiction, neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration.
ExpertTrack course overview
- Introduction to Psychology: Sensation and Perception
Learn how our sensory systems work together to help us to perceive and respond to the world around us. - Introduction to Psychology: Biological Psychology
Understand the link between behaviour and human biology, and learn how genes and the environment influence our behaviour. - Introduction to Psychology: Developmental Psychology
Examine the physical, cognitive and social development we undergo throughout our lives. - Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Personality
Explore the complex factors and influences that help shape our personality and examine what makes us different, and why. - Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology
Investigate the history and science of psychology while mastering the basic principles of the scientific method. - Introduction to Psychology: The Psychology of Learning
Explore how new behaviours are learnt by examining different types of psychological conditioning.
How ExpertTracks work
Join an ExpertTrack to master new skills in your chosen specialist area. Work through a series of topic-focused courses at your own pace, and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate award that proves your expertise.
Join a free 7-day trial Decide if the ExpertTrack is right for you with free access to the full suite of courses and assessments for a week. | Keep learning for $39/month Pay a monthly subscription fee of $39 for as long as it takes you to complete the ExpertTrack. You can learn at your own pace and cancel at any time. | Earn digital certificates Receive a certificate for every completed course and pass the final assessment to earn a digital certificate that you can share with your professional network. | Become an expert Use your specialist training to progress further in your career or build expertise in areas you’re passionate about. |
Who will you learn with?
Assoc Prof Matthew Mundy
I am Associate Professor and Director of Education for the School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Australia. My research is in the cognitive neuroscience of memory and perception.
World-class learning with
Monash University
Monash University is one of Australia’s leading universities, ranked in the world’s top 1% by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It was established in Melbourne in 1958.
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Program Outcome
Key skills you will learn
- Classical conditioning
- Operant conditioning
- Principles of perception
- Introduction to genetics
- Heredity and genetic disorders
- Lifespan theories
- Defining and assessing personality
- Trait theories and biological influences
- Freudian theories
- The origins of psychology
- Cognitive psychology
- Clinical psychology
Experience requiredThis introductory course is intended for anyone with a keen interest in psychology - no experience is required. It will be particularly useful if you’ve achieved a Bachelor’s degree in a different discipline and would like to broaden your science and research skills. | Getting startedThere are no specific requirements for this ExpertTrack, other than an interest in the subject matter. The ExpertTrack offers valuable learning for those considering a career or further education in psychology, who would like a foundation of knowledge or taster of what a degree may be like. It will also be useful to learners who may want to be more aware of human psychology in their day to day life. |