$2,000 $2,875
Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
10 weeks
Study method
100% Online
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Assessments
Subjects may require attendance
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 20 Sep 2021
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QS RANKING 2021
17
Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
23
Subject details
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- Applying principles of learning theory and the study and measurement of behaviour
- Assessing effectiveness(success) of enrichment for animal wellbeing through behaviour analysis in zoos
- Learned helplessness and learned optimism
- Limits of learning and new directions in the study of conditioning and comparative cognition
- Linking genes, environment and behaviour: living Great apes in the wild
- Keeping human-wildlife and human-domestic pet interactions safe: understanding of animal behaviour
- Evolutionary origins of hominids and ethical and legal implications of human-great ape genome projects
- Biological psychology: biology of fear
- Biological psychology: biology of thermoregulation and eating behaviour in humans
No eligibility requirements
Special requirements
No special requirements
Study aspects of biological sciences including the human brain, behaviour and evolution and learn how these underpin the field of psychology. Principles of learning theory is a fascinating concept and can be applied to improve animal welfare and enhance psychological wellbeing.
Throughout this course, you’ll learn about the human, chimpanzee and gorilla genome projects, as well as advances in cognitive research with Great Apes and other non-human animals. You’ll also look at the ethical and legal challenges for researchers and humans in general.
UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.
Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.
This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Psychology degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.
- Report (60%)
- Examination (40%)
Current study term: 19 Sep 21 to 26 Nov 21
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