Use descriptive and inferential statistical methods to describe and evaluate empirical data. Interpret and produce graphical representations of data.
Learning Outcome:
01) Use appropriate statistical analyses to facilitate interpretation of measurements.
02) Choose appropriate information to convey in charts, tables, figures and graphs.
03) Accurately interpret and notice misuse of quantitative visual aids.
Critical Thinking
Respect and use critical and creative thinking, sceptical inquiry, and when possible, the scientific approach to evaluate problems related to behaviour and mental processes.
Learning Outcome:
01) Analyse and evaluate arguments, findings and claims about psychological phenomena in the popular media and in the psychological researches.
02) Distinguish assumptions, emotional appeals, speculations, and defensible evidence.
03) Engage in creative thinking by pursuing an original or unusual approach to a problem.
Values in Psychology
Act ethically, value empirical evidence, and reflect other values that are underpinnings of psychology as a science.
Learning Outcome :
01) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant ethical issues, and recognize the necessity of ethical behaviour, in all aspects of the science and practice of psychology.
02) Seek and evaluate scientific evidence for psychological claims.
Application of Psychology
Understand and apply psychological principles to individual, social, and organizational issues.
Learning Outcome: Apply psychological concepts, theories and research findings to real world problems.
Communication skills – Written
Demonstrate effective written communication skills.
Learning Outcome: Write a research report that clearly communicates theories, hypothesis , research methods, and research findings.
Communication Skills – Oral
Demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
Learning Outcome: Give an effective oral presentation (research report) that clearly communicates theories, hypothesis, research methods and/or research findings.
Information and technological literacy
Demonstrate information competency.
Learning Outcome:
01) Students will demonstrate information competence and the ability to use computers and other technology for many purposes.
02) Research a topic for an oral or written report, locating sources from appropriate media and evaluating them for quality and potential.
B.Sc Psychology Syllabus 2019 Admn Onwards