Ways into psychology
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
- Course Code: PP101
- Dates: 28/09/24 - 05/10/24
- Time: 10:00 - 16:30
- Taught: Sat, Daytime
- Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
- Location: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
- Tutor: Alison Duncanson
Course Code: PP101
Duration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)
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What is the course about?
The course is an introduction to Psychology, covering theories from five schools of psychological thought - Behaviourist, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive, Humanist and Biological. We will be exploring a range of theories which explain our drives and motivations from different perspectives and as well as recognising applications of psychological theory in everyday life.
What will we cover?
Over the two days we will provide (preliminary) answers to some of the
main questions psychologists are addressing; including:
• What motivates us and why do we do the things we do?
• How do we change our behaviour?
• What is the unconscious?
• Is it true that perception is reality?
• What does brain science tell us?
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Explain, in simple terms, some key psychological theories.
Understand some of the factors that drive our behaviour.
Notice where the different psychological theories have relevance and application today.
Critique the theories (strengths and limitations) and reflect on new insights.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is introductory. You will need to speak English fluently. You should also be able to follow simple written
and verbal instructions to participate in group work, and you might want to take notes. You should be prepared to
question your assumptions about the topics that are being discussed and respect the viewpoints of others.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Teaching will consist of pair and group work, discussions and interactive presentations by the course tutor.
Students are invited to present their own prior knowledge and experience.
There will be short exercises, and students might be directed to online resources or further reading, depending on
the topics covered.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Any suggested readings will be optional. You might want to bring paper and pen to take notes during the course.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You may be interested in further psychology courses including:
PP114 Cross-cultural Psychology
PP126 Psychology of Attachment
We also offer a range of courses in counselling skills.
If you would like to consider studying psychology at university level, please talk to the course tutor or to our Advice & Guidance team. They can be contacted via the student centre.
Alison is a Chartered Psychologist and member of the British Psychological Society and Special Group of Coaching Psychologists. With a Degree in Psychology and a Masters in Occupational and Organisational Psychology, she has worked in the field of applied Psychology for many years both in the UK and internationally, speaking at conferences and on television. Alison is passionate about teaching all aspects of Psychology and sharing its many insights on our daily lives, she has a specific interest in the psychology of change and how we experience this at different stages of our working lives. Alison has been developing and teaching courses at City Lit for several years and loves the creative learning atmosphere of the college as well as the diversity and curiosity of the students on her courses.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
