Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology

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Monash University

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Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology

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Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology

The course Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology is an online class provided by Monash University through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Investigate the history and science of psychology while mastering the basic principles of the scientific method.

Course description

Learn about the origins of modern psychology and improve your science skills
2 weeks

Contemporary psychology is a well established scientific field, but where did it start?
On this course, you’ll explore the origins of psychology. Starting with the breakaway from philosophy, you’ll investigate the early schools of thought, look into some of the key individuals who shaped the field, and then discover how it emerged as the discipline we know it today.
You’ll also examine what it means for a discipline to be a science, find out how modern psychology evolved, and then master the basic principles of the scientific method that you can apply in your academic or professional career.
This course is part of our Study with Australia collection, with free upgrades and digital certificates supported by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission until 30 June, 2020. Explore more courses from leading Australian education providers.

The science of psychology
The origins of psychology
Early behavioural psychology
Cognitive psychology
Clinical psychology

Assess the principles by which psychology is considered a science.
Investigate the central tenets of the major theoretical frameworks that have shaped the modern discipline of psychology.
Identify the pioneers of psychology associated with structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, cognitivism, and psychoanalysis.

This introductory course is for anyone interested in psychology – you don’t need any past experience.
It might be of particular use to learners who have already completed a Bachelor degree in other disciplines who are interested in expanding their science and research skills.

Monash University
Monash University is one of Australia’s leading universities, ranked in the world’s top 1% by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It was established in Melbourne in 1958.

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Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology

Course Topic

Psychology, Psychology & Mental Health

University, College, Institution

Monash University

Course Skill Level

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Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Introduction to Psychology: The History and Science of Psychology

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