Teaching and assessment for Geography and Psychology MA (Hons)

You will learn about key dimensions of the concept of an unequal world in human and environmental systems. This will cover topics like:

• development
• vulnerability
• underlying causes
• global inequalities
• pressures on environmental resources
• links to environmental hazard

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. This module provides a broad overview of the diversity of core topics that make up psychological science.

You will learn about key theoretical concepts in psychology, and explore the methods used by psychologists to understand the mind.

Psychology is the study of the mind, brain, and behaviour. The module cover core topics in social Psychology and cognitive Psychology with more depth.

You will also learn of the statistical methods used to test psychological questions.

This module explores key concepts and theories developed by physical geography in order to interpret and understand landforms, water, and landscape evolution.

This module provides a grounding in theory and methods in contemporary experimental psychology.

It will give you a broad overview of the structure and functional consequences of the human mind, covering topics such as neuropsychology, sensation and perception, language, and thinking and deciding.

This module explores the different aspects that influence the development of humans from birth to old age.

It discusses cognitive, social, linguistic, and moral development throughout the lifespan, including reflections on mental health and psychological wellbeing. You will discover how the human mind develops and diverges to create unique individuals.

This module will provide work experience alongside university study to further enhance employability and help you plan for your future.

It will suit students who can bring a professional attitude to their internship and are keen to take practical steps towards developing transferable skills for their future.

You will learn the basis of research design. You will also cover the key research methods used by both human geographers and other social scientists.

You will work through a mixture of lectures, tutorial, and other online activities. The main emphasis is a group-based project over the semester.

This module introduces students to the importance of research within physical geography and environmental science. 

We adopt a very practical and hands-on approach geared to problem-solving through a series of structured mini-projects, which each contain essential elements of the research process. 

In this module you will gain theory and practical knowledge. You will also gain experience in formulating and undertaking a field-based research project.

The world is changing rapidly. Information on location helps us assess, manage, plan, and communicate such changes. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are powerful systems for handling, analysing, and visualising location-based information.

In this module you will gain experience with leading GIS software applied to a range of problems.

You will engage in study of the dynamic field of political geography. You will learn to make connections between global, national, and local scales

You will explore tourism at a local, national, and international level. You will do this while examining the concept of mobility and how this has changed over time.

You will learn about many concepts related to tourism and travel. These include cultural heritage, eco-tourism, and Scottish tourism.

This module will help you prepare your dissertation in either geography or environmental science.

You will learn about the broad conceptual and methodological frames behind geography and environmental science.

You will learn how these inform their study and practice

Through this module, you will develop your confidence in working with data. You will gain the knowledge needed to decode information.

You will cover a range of statistical techniques. These will allow you to understand patterns and present insights from the data we are working with.

This module provides the opportunity to undertake fieldwork in a new environment and to develop skills in field research.

You will design, undertake, and write-up a piece of research.

You will acquire the skills and confidence needed for your 4th year research dissertation.

Cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes such as perception, problem-solving, language, and memory, with a focus on how we process and interpret information.

This module provides in-depth information on core areas of cognitive psychology, e.g. auditory and visual sensory processing, attention, memory, problem solving, and learning strategies.

This module covers a core approach in Psychology: the study of biology and behaviour.

In this module we will see how biology influences your actions, choices, and reactions. We will address the role of biological processes in our formation of memory, our experience of hunger, our sleep, and drug addiction.

Social Psychology studies the ways in which our thoughts, feelings, and actions are shaped by those around us. This module explores the key theories and principles that shape human behaviour.

This module delivers core knowledge about how to design and interpret studies of behaviour and attitudes in Psychology.

Explores the core theories and principles of individual differences and psychopathology, examining psychological traits, intelligence, and personality.

It covers psychopathology's history, theories, assessment methods, and diagnoses, including mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

This module introduces current theories and findings in Psychology of Language (Psycholinguistics).

This module explores the fascinating topic of language use and the uniquely human characteristic to master this communicative ability.

Developmental psychology studies how and why human beings change over their lifespan, focusing on cognitive, emotional, and social growth. This module critically discusses historical and contemporary issues in developmental psychology. It aims to give you an understanding of the foundations of social and cognitive development that underpin human psychology.

This module covers a variety of statistical techniques based on correlation and regression, to be used in the analysis of research data.

You will learn to use advanced correlation techniques, simple and multiple regression, regression with categorical predictors, mediation analysis, and moderation analysis.

Your dissertation is an opportunity to put into practice what you have learned in your degree. You will do this through an independent research project on a subject of your choosing.

You will be guided by a staff supervisor. You will also have some additional lectures on methods and writing.

The module explores and critiques the main theoretical and methodological approaches to studying the geographies of health and disability. It covers contemporary issues of inequalities in health, relationships between environments and places and health, disability access and exclusion, healthcare and support, public health, and mental health and wellbeing.

You will learn to use GIS to handle, analyse, and communicate location-based information. You gain experience with leading GIS software and datasets applied to a range of problems.

This module is taught in parallel with GE32012 Geographical Information Systems.

You will engage in the study of the dynamic field of political geography. This will allow you to make connections between global, national, and local scales.

You will explore tourism at a local, national, and international level. At the same time, you will examine the concept of mobility and how this has changed over time.

You will learn about many concepts related to tourism and travel. These will include cultural heritage, eco-tourism, and Scottish tourism.

Young infants may appear to have little knowledge and understanding of the world around them, but research has revealed many surprising and sophisticated mental abilities.

In this module we will explores some of these abilities, and the variety of research methods which can reveal them.

Apply all your knowledge as a Psychological researcher, choose a research topic, and work with an experienced supervisor to set up a study.

This module allows you to collect data, analyse it, and present your results in an original piece of writing - your dissertation.

This module offers an introduction to psychological and neurological disturbances and disorders occurring in infancy and childhood, diagnosis of mental disorders from infancy to childhood, and psychological assessment of young children.

This module explores the psychological processes involved in understanding and producing a second language.

It will discuss research articles investigating a variety of critical questions about second language processing.

This module focuses on the ways in which our social relationships, group memberships (e.g. family, friends), and socio-economic circumstances influence our physical and mental health. You will learn about the detrimental effects of negative relationships (e.g. child maltreatment, bullying) and the beneficial effects of supportive relationships (e.g. friendships) on health

This module introduces current theories and findings in Comparative (Animal) Cognition and Communication.

We will particularly focus on two popular pet species - domestic cats (Felis catus) and domestic dogs (Canis familiaris).

Metacognition represents the ability to reflect on and evaluate our knowledge, experiences, and behaviours. Metacognitive insight modulates learning, adaptive decision-making, error monitoring, and exploration behaviour.

This module explores current knowledge on neurotypical metacognitive processes, and metacognitive deficits associated with a range of neuropsychiatric symptoms and disorders.

Self-regulation refers to a range of psychological processes that allow us to change our thoughts, behaviours, and emotions in favour of our longer-term goals.

In this module, you will explore theoretical and applied aspects of self-regulation as they relate to everyday health, success, and wellbeing.

In this module, we will apply recent theoretical and research advances in social and political psychology to the biggest issues affecting our society today.

You will gain the necessary conceptual tools and skills needed to assess and address large-scale societal issues in systematic, evidence-driven, and ethical ways.

This module explores adverse experiences in childhood and the subsequent developmental and mental health outcomes in children, young people, and adults.

It will also cover suitable interventions to improve outcomes for individuals with ACEs.