PSYCH 305 - Special Topics in Psychology I

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Review and discussion of special topics or methods in one or more of the areas of contemporary psychology such as developmental, social, personality, cognitive. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104, PSYCH 105 and one 200-level PSYCH class. Note: Consult the Department of Psychology website for the topics offered and any additional prerequisites. [Faculty of Arts]

PSYCH 315 - Introduction to Qualitative Methods in Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-3)

Introduces basic concepts, assumptions and methods used in conducting and interpreting qualitative research in Psychology. Students will be introduced to qualitative forms of data and data management; assumptions and principles that inform qualitative research; and procedures for gathering meaningful qualitative data and analyzing and interpreting these data. Fulfillment of the 3 hour lab component typically involves the completion of assignments. Prerequisites: PSYCH 212 and, PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or STAT 161. [Faculty of Arts]

PSYCH 415 - Advanced Qualitative Methods in Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-3)

Reviews the assumptions that inform the design and conduct of qualitative research in Psychology. Provides an in-depth examination of selected procedures for gathering meaningful qualitative data such as through interviews, conversation, observed interaction, and textual archives; and selected methods for the analysis and interpretation of these data. Fulfillment of the 3 hour lab component typically involves the completion of assignments. Prerequisites: PSYCH 212, PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or STAT 161, and PSYCH 315. [Faculty of Arts]

PSYCH 505 - Conference Course in Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Review and discussion of advanced theoretical or methodological topics or emerging research areas in Psychology. Prerequisites: Restricted to graduate students. Note: Consult the Department of Psychology website for the topics offered and any additional prerequisites.[Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 445 - Social Psychology and Cinema

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

The purpose of this course is to use a combination of social psychological theory, research and feature length films to explore the psychological determinants of important forms of human social behavior. Topics include the existential realities of the human condition, aggression, obedience, prejudice, attraction, and relationships. Prerequisites: One of PSYCH 212 or PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or 161, and one of PSYCH 333, 342, 343, or 347. PSYCH 212 is strongly recommended. Note: Not open to students with credit in PSYCH 405 Topic: Studies of Self Through Cinema. [Faculty of Arts].