is the first half of a two-semester introduction to Psychology as a biological and social science. Topics may include history, research methodology, behavioural neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, and memory.

is the second half of a two-semester introduction to Psychology as a biological and social science. Topics may include emotion, motivation, stress and health, personality and individuality, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology.

is an examination of relevant research on human socialization and personality development with special emphasis on parenting influences, attachment, imitation, sex role and moral development in childhood and adolescence.

is a survey course covering the field of developmental psychology as it relates to child development, focusing on development in infancy and childhood. Topics may include (but are not limited to) physical development, language learning, cognitive development, emotional development, social development, moral development.

is an examination of the concepts and principles involved in social behaviour. Topics covered will include attitudes, social cognition, interpersonal relations, and group processes.

is an introduction to the experimental study of the mental representations and processes involved in human cognition. Topics such as attention, perception and pattern recognition, concepts and the organization of knowledge, language processes, mental imagery, reasoning, problem solving, decision making and skilled performance will be covered with an emphasis on experimental analysis and techniques.

is an examination of the nature, explanation and treatment of psychological disorders with an emphasis on research methods and current findings.

is an introduction to the mechanisms, development, function and evolution of behaviour in animals. Topics include the history of ethology and comparative psychology, and behavioural ecology; methods of animal behaviour study, behaviour of animals in relation to physiology, learning, communication, mating systems, and other areas in Biology and Psychology.

is based on the idea that psychological and neuroscience research efforts are synergistic. Neuroscience research can reveal mechanisms that help explain the mind and behavior, while concepts developed by psychological research often define the topics that neuroscience investigates. The course will survey a broad range of topics that include the fundamentals of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neurodevelopment, as well as higher level functions such as motivation, emotion, sleep, memory, language, and mental illness.

provides an introduction to the design, understanding, and application of psychological research. Topics covered include understanding and applying scientific method, creating and testing hypotheses, constructing reliable and valid experiments, and the proper use of controls. An emphasis will be placed on thinking critically about psychology and common errors of judgment.

explores the understanding of adolescents and young adults from the perspective of developmental psychology. Topics may include (but are not limited to) physical development, advanced cognitive development, identity development, social development, moral development, sexuality, adolescent psychological disorders, and social problems.

will provide an in-depth overview of the relationship between psychology and the law. A variety of topics will be discussed and critically evaluated, including the use and misuse of psychology-based investigative methods such as offender and geographic profiling, detection of deception, investigative interviewing, eyewitness testimony, jury decision-making, corrections and treatment, risk assessment, and criminal responsibility.

will explore the history, aims, and future of health psychology by examining the contributions of a wide range of psychological theory within the context of psychosocial risk factors for illness, illness prevention, health promotion, and the health care system itself. These theories extend from individualistic notions of health and wellness to concepts associated with characteristics of the broader social environment. An overall bio-psycho-social approach to health and wellness is explored.

explores the fascinating interplay between mind and body. Delve into the mind-body problem and learn about how our physical bodies shape thought, feeling, and consciousness. Investigate the intriguing parallels among human minds, artificial intelligence, and animal cognition. Discover practical applications in education and mental health, where understanding the embodied mind can transform teaching methods and therapeutic approaches. Learn how our minds are deeply connected to our bodies and the world around us.

covers the most important aspects of human sexuality with a psychology theory and research framework. The course will examine the biological, behavioural and socio-cultural bases of the human sexual response. Topics include sexual interaction and communication, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, reproduction, sexual orientation, transgender and intersex, variations in sexual behaviour, sex and gender, sexual dysfunction and therapy, and sexual coercion.

focuses on behaviour in domestic animals, with a particular emphasis on dogs. Although dogs are one of the oldest domesticated species, canine science is just beginning to reveal insights into dog behaviour. Course topics will include the process of domestication, animal cognition, social behaviour and organization, human-animal interactions, and behaviour as an animal welfare indicator. When appropriate, the behaviour of other species will be examined for comparison.

covers clinical disorders of sensation, perception, movement, memory, language, and emotion that have resulted from brain damage or disease from the perspective of current knowledge of brain structure and function. Lateralization of function, disconnection syndromes, and mechanisms of recovery of function following brain damage will also be covered. Related experimental studies of brain structure and function in non-humans will be discussed.

is an examination of the neurophysiology of drug action, the measurable effect of drugs on experimentally controlled behaviour, and a survey of information available on common self-administered drugs and their immediate and long-term effects.

is a comprehensive survey of the different domains of behavioural neuroscience, with an emphasis on systems level. It will cover a broad range of topics including the fundamentals of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neurodevelopment, as well as higher level functions such as sleep, emotion, language, consciousness and mental illness. Students will be able to describe the basic mechanisms involved in neural system function and how these affect behaviour and several forms of neuroplasticity.

is an introduction to the design and application of psychological research with particular concentration on understanding and applying scientific method, creating and testing hypotheses, constructing reliable and valid experiments, managing and analysing data sets, using statistical software, and scientific writing. Specific topics include descriptive statistics including measures of central tendency, variability and relative standing, inferential statistics such as t tests for one and two sample designs, correlation and regression, and non-parametric statistics.

covers research methods in psychology with a focus on more complex research designs and statistical approaches, within the realm of experimentation and beyond the laboratory. Specific topics include controlling participant variables, using between and repeated measures designs within the context of Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). Particular ANOVA approaches include one-way and factorial designs, within subject design, and two-way mixed designs.

is an introduction to the fundamentals of preparing psychology reports, emphasizing organization, correct use of terminology, adherence to appropriate discipline style, concise and accurate description, preparation of abstracts, and integration of numerical data. Topics for reports will be selected each semester by the instructor.

is an examination of the methods of study and an evaluation of current findings and theoretical issues of importance to an understanding of cognitive development. Topics may include (but are not limited to) perception, learning, cognition, social learning, memory, and language development.

will explore behavioural insights and nudges and the methods of how to apply them to alter behaviour, based on social psychology and decision science. This course will involve lectures, assignments, readings, discussions, case studies, and group-work. Example topics include social norms, heuristics, biases, motivation, persuasion, intervention design, and choice architecture.

aims to better understand the processes underlying dyadic relationships and interactions, as well as knowledge of others, perception of others, and attributions. It also investigates verbal and nonverbal communication processes, self-concept, self-esteem, intimacy, and control and interpersonal power in romantic and non-romantic relationships. Finally, it discusses the foundations of functional and dysfunctional communication and how to develop healthy communication skills.

introduces students to topics of learning phenomena and learning theories. Topics to be studied include the evolutionary context of learning, habituation and sensitization, Pavlovian conditioning, operant conditioning, and generalization and discrimination in learning. Applications of learning principles to topics such as child rearing, education, drug use and rehabilitation, as well as to other topics of contemporary interest, will also be discussed.

is a broad survey of theory and research in sensation and perception.

surveys theories and research about how humans remember information and why they forget. Topics may include research on short-term and working memory, amnesia, forgetting, autobiographical memory, and metamemory, as well as practical issues such as how to improve memory.

is an introduction to the experimental study of how the brain gives rise to the mind. We will explore the neural mechanisms that support the various cognitive processes covered in Introduction to Human Cognition, such as selective attention and perception, language, decision making, and consciousness. There will be a particular focus on the experimental techniques that allow us to make observations about the brain and make connections between the brain, cognition, and behaviour.

provides an opportunity to work with an individual faculty member on a research project. The student will submit a formal written report of the research conducted. Permission of the instructor is required.

provides an opportunity to work with an individual faculty member on a research project. The student will submit a formal written report of the research conducted. Permission of the instructor is required.

is a study of paradigms and explanations in contemporary psychology in the context of their historical antecedents.

focuses on the principles of psychological testing, relevant psychometric properties, and methods by which tests are developed. The course is designed to review the nature and use of psychological tests and will cover topics such as test norms, interpretability, reliability, item analysis, validity, and test development. This course includes a survey development and data management component where students will create and validate their own psychological survey.

provides an exploration into the foundational principles, theories, and practices that define the field of clinical psychology. This course offers students an overview of the theoretical frameworks and practical applications used in understanding and treating psychological disorders. Specific emphasis will be placed on current evidence-based practices in the field as well as clinical psychology’s role within the broader context of mental health care.

uses an interdisciplinary approach, grounded in theory, to explore the different sensory modalities used by animals to communicate, and how signals mediate interactions between individuals and in social networks. In addition to presenting classic and modern studies in animal communication, students will be guided towards developing critical thinking skills and improving their ability to synthesize and apply the concepts they learn.

will use a comparative approach to teach students about how animals acquire, process, and use information. Early lectures will cover mechanisms such as perception, learning, memory, and recognition. Later lectures will consider how cognition enables animals to interact with their physical and social environments by facilitating navigation, counting, planning, tool use, communication, cooperation, social learning, teaching, and other abilities. A focus will be on why these abilities evolve in some animal groups but not others.

addresses the structure and function of neurons and neural circuits and examines principles of electrochemical neural communication at the macroscopic, microscopic and molecular level. The relevance of this knowledge to understanding brain mechanisms of normal and diseased brain functions will be touched upon. The molecular basis of the formation of some types of memories will be explored.

allows students to increase their understanding of how knowledge is generated in the study of neuroscience and behavior. Students will visit various on-campus laboratories that are engaged in research relevant to these fields. In addition to observations and hands-on tutorials, readings, discussions, and writing assignments will strengthen students' understanding of the techniques used to answer specific research questions in neuroscience and behaviour.

examines how organisms adjust their behaviour to regularities in the environment as a result of experience. Experience changes behavior by modifying the nervous system. We will take a multidisciplinary approach, combining information from psychology and neuroscience to study learning and memory. Students will gain an understanding of sensitization, habituation, and classical and operant conditioning using animal models, with a particular emphasis on the synaptic and molecular changes that occur with learning and memory.

explores the behavioural effects of hormones and the question of how hormones act on the brain to influence behaviour. Topics include: basic concepts in neuroendocrinology, reproductive behaviour (sexual and parental), sexual differentiation of the brain and behaviour, aggressive behaviour, and the neuroendocrinology of stress, including the effects of stress on the brain and behaviour.

will cover topics including the effects of stress on the immune system, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, neurogenesis and neuroplasticity, neurotransmitter and neuropeptide release, cognition and emotional processing, and in utero and early postnatal development. The relationship between stress and mental disorders such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance abuse and addiction, dementia and age-related cognitive decline as well as resilience to stress will be discussed.

introduces students to the neurochemical and molecular underpinnings of behavior, with special emphasis on the biological principles underlying the etiology, pathophysiology and treatment of mental disorders. As a broad subdiscipline of neuroscience, it is ideal for those seeking to integrate neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, pharmacology and the behavioural sciences. It will provide a thorough understanding and appreciation about how basic and clinical research can be synthesized and used for the development of various forms of therapies.

will develop students’ statistical literacy, critical thinking, and their ability to design and analyse professional-quality research in psychology. Topics covered include fundamental univariate statistical tests, with an emphasis on multiple regressions and linear modelling. Concepts and theory are covered in class while laboratory exercises develop student independence by working through published datasets.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in developmental psychology.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in developmental psychology.

examines the latest research regarding children’s early learning of numbers and later learning of mathematics. Topics may include infants' numerical ability, counting, subitizing, basic arithmetic, fractions, conceptual versus procedural knowledge, individual differences in mathematics, gender differences, and selected topics in mathematics education. These specific topics will be related to developmental theory in order to explore the ways in which cognitive and developmental mechanisms are at play in mathematical learning.

is an overview of issues related to children’s memory for, and ability to talk about, real life events that they have experienced. Topics covered include autobiographical memories, children’s earliest memories and childhood amnesia, and the implications in forensic psychology.

examines media’s impacts on our social and cognitive development, focusing on how the use of various forms of media impact infants, young children, adolescents, and emerging adults. The aim is to discuss both the positive and negative consequences media has on our development.

allows students to gain research experience in selected areas of developmental psychology.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in social psychology.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in social psychology.

will teach you how to identify pseudoscientific ideas that appear in the popular media. Among the issues covered will be the cognitive, motivational, and social determinants of questionable beliefs and controversial therapeutic techniques. Students will be armed with a “Baloney Detection Kit” that will help them distinguish between scientific and pseudoscientific claims.

will focus on one of the most impactful social experiences humans have: romantic relationships. In doing so, students will be guided through the prevailing empirical results of this diverse and interdisciplinary field. Among the topics covered will be: introduction to the science of relationships; theory of relationships research; methodology of relationships research.

explores how human lives intersect with social psychological theories and ideas. The course will explore social psychological theories across many life domains – from relationships, work, finance, and behavioural and cognitive sciences to education and hobbies. Emphasis will be put on how current theories are experienced and expressed in our daily lives. Through project-based learning where science meets creativity, students will explore a variety of social psychological theories.

will provide research experience in a selection of areas typically studied by social psychologists such as attitudes, prejudice, groups and social cognition. Students will acquire experience with research methods that are used to advance the body of knowledge in social psychology.

an intensive examination of a specific topic in learning and motivation.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in learning and motivation.

- inactive course.

- inactive course.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in perception.

allows students to gain research experience in selected areas of perception.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in cognition.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in cognition.

examines a wide variety of topics in the study of metacognition including judgements of learning, influences on judgements of learning, cognitive offloading, metacognitive illusions, predicting memory effects, multi-tasking, and responsible remembering. The focus of this course is on students’ ability to understand and communicate the contents of research articles, as well as how to provide constructive feedback.

builds on an understanding of fundamental cognitive mechanisms, this course provides further exploration of the mechanisms of cognition. Examples of topics to be studied include: What is cognition? What does the brain tell us about cognition? How do scientists study cognition? What is the role of the body in cognition?

explores how cognitive processes contribute to real-world activities such as driving, music, eyewitness memory or reading. The focus throughout this course is on how to consume and present these topics to a research audience.

allows students to gain research experience in selected areas of cognition.

allows students to gain experience in cognitive neuroscience research techniques.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in psychology that crosses traditional subdisciplines.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in psychology that crosses traditional subdisciplines.

- inactive course.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in abnormal behaviour.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in abnormal behaviour.

will focus on the development of substance use and behavioural addictions in young people. Emphasis will be placed on substances and behaviours that are currently at the forefront of much societal debate and have recently generated increased academic research and discussion. Topics reviewed may include opioids, cannabis, internet gambling, video gaming, mobile technology, and social media. These topics will be reviewed primarily within the context of adolescent and young adult development.

will focus on various areas of health psychology and behavioural medicine. Topics may include eating disorders; psychological factors affecting medical conditions; chronic disease management; health behaviour changes; chronic pain; substance use and addictive disorders; sleep and health; psycho-oncology; and health promotion.

will review the epidemiology, onset, course, symptom presentations, comorbidity, risk factors, screening/diagnosis, and treatment of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders. These topics will be reviewed within the context of adult rather than childhood and adolescent psychopathology.

- inactive course.

- inactive course.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in animal behaviour.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in animal behaviour.

examines the mechanism, development, function, and evolution of behaviour in domestic animals, with an emphasis on dogs (Canis familiaris). Topics include, but are not limited to, applied animal behaviour, domestic animal cognition, social behaviour and organization, human-animal interactions, and behaviour as a welfare indicator.

will examine the properties of light relevant to understanding animal communication, the origin and evolution of animal vision, the role of vision in communication, how visual systems and animal colouration coevolve with light environments, the detection of motion and polarization, visual modelling and more.

allows students to gain research experience in selected areas of animal behaviour. This course may be offered in a usual 12-week semester or as a two-week field course.

is an intensive examination of a specific topic in behavioural neuroscience.

- inactive course.

will examine selected topics in timing, circadian rhythms, spatial learning and navigation.

will examine the development of sex differences in the brain and behaviour by considering both animal models and human studies.

will examine the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases/psychological disorders, and the potential of therapeutic interventions.

- inactive course.

is a linked course, based on independent study of an approved problem in Psychology. The topic will be chosen in consultation with the Faculty Advisor. The first semester will normally involve directed reading in this area, and preparation of a dissertation proposal. The second semester will be devoted to conducting the study, gathering data, data analysis and preparation of a formal written report. The dissertation must be submitted for grading before the end of the tenth week of the semester in which the student is registered for 499B.

normally follows the successful completion of Semester 4. Students are expected to build on classroom learning and develop and practice high standards of behaviour and performance in a work environment.

normally follows the successful completion of Semester 6. Students are expected to further develop and expand their knowledge and work-related skills and demonstrate an ability to deal with increasingly complex work-related concepts and problems.

normally follows the successful completion of Semester 7. Students should have sufficient academic grounding and work experience to contribute in a positive manner to the problem-solving and management processes needed and practiced in the work environment.