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B.Soc.Sc. (Hons) in Counselling and Psychology - B.Soc.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology |
| Course Title : | Personality: Theories, Research and Application | |
| Course Code : | PSY 204 | |
| Year of Study : | 2 | |
| Number of Credits : | 3 credits | |
| Duration of Weeks : | 14 weeks | |
| Contact Hours Per Week : |
Lecture (1
hour) Seminars (2 hours) |
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| Pre-requisite Course(s) |
Nil |
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| Course Aims |
The course aims
to get students acquainted with the understanding of personality. Theories,
research methods and applications pertaining to the study of personality are
covered. Over the course, a survey of various personality perspectives such as
the psychoanalytic, lifespan, cognitive, behavioural, humanistic, and traits
approach is introduced. Application of the theories is sought in an attempt to
enhance students’ understanding of their own selves as well as others. |
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| Course Objectives |
The course is
intended to familiarize students with major perspectives on understanding
personality. Key figures and concepts relevant to the various theories are
introduced. Furthermore, the course incorporates the element of self-growth and
critical thinking. Students will be asked to reflect on themselves using
knowledge about personality. They will also conduct critical analysis of their
chosen subjects’ personality. By the end of the course, students are expected to
be able to: |
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| Assessment |
Class Participation Literature Research Paper - self-selected a relevant topic that is of interest to students - use of the APA style of citation Critical Analysis Project (paper and presentation) - students can choose the subject for analysis - apply and evaluate the chosen theory(s) - use of the APA style of citation is encouraged Final Examination |
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