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This number is reserved for Psychology courses that may be offered from time to time by: a) College psychology faculty who may wish to present a course in their specialty which may be of limited interest; or b) visiting psychology lecturers.Prerequisite(s): Will be announced in the Registration...

Students examine how patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours can be understood as psychological disorders, and how they can present as challenges for infants, children, and adolescents. Topics include features and causes of childhood disorders, educational challenges, risk factors, unusual...

With an emphasis on the range of experiences of the individual within intimate relationships, students examine the various psychological, social, and cultural processes which inevitably affect families. Beginning with theories of attraction, students proceed to discussion of issues related to the...

Research in psychology often uses the scientific method to learn about human thought and behaviour. An understanding of how psychological research is conducted allows us to be more critical and informed consumers of information. In this course, students learn about the many different types of...

Statistical analyses are used in psychology to help us understand data so we can evaluate claims and make informed decisions. In this course, students study concepts and methods of behavioural data analysis, including the use of descriptive and inferential statistics to understand psychological...

This course examines the effects of social influences on individual and group behaviour. Students explore how the social situation affects thought, feeling, and behaviour.Topics such as social perception, social cognition, group processes, attitudes, persuasion, conformity, obedience, aggression...

Health psychology is a burgeoning field with applications in many work settings and for individuals personally. Students examine the biological links between psychological states and health, the ways in which people adjust to daily life including the nature of and responses to stress, resilience...

A study of the determinants of behaviour and the processes of growth and maturation during prenatal, infancy, and preschool periods. Physical, cognitive, social and emotional development are discussed.Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in PSYC 1115 and 1215. Prerequisites waived for students...

Through the study of classical personality theories and cutting-edge research, students learn how biological, psychological, and sociocultural forces create individual differences in the human personality. Along the way, via personality inventories and self-reflection exercises, students gain an in...

In this course, students review a number of psychological disorders as outlined in the current edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and/or other classification systems. Students will examine the mental and behavioural characteristics of various...