Westville

MODULE DESCRIPTION AND AIMS

This module aims to provide a general introduction to psychology as an academic discipline and to provide an overview of some of the major areas and sub-disciplines of psychology and how they apply to the South African context. The module aims to develop students’ written communication skills, language skills, critical thinking/evaluation skills, problem-solving skills and computer skills.  The module encourages the values of criticality, an open and enquiring mind and respect for diversity.

MODULE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

The module structure includes the following; 

•          Face-to-face teaching and learning on campus 

•          Online teaching and learning 

•          Self-study 

•          Tutorials

Please see the content to be covered in the module below;