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PSY 300 Abnormal Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with a background understanding of abnormal
psychology through introducing the signs and symptoms associated with various
psychopathological conditions. Contemporary schools of thoughts and empirical basis as well
as different traditional models concerning the diagnosis, etiology, treatment and prevention of
psychopathology will be introduced. The course will empower students with the knowledge
base to critically apprise mental health issues in the society.

PSY 303 Health Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to examine the interplay among biological, psychological, and social
factors in the development and maintenance of and recovery from physical illnesses. The
course will begin with an introduction to the traditional models and theories in health psychology
and methodology in health research. We will then look at the mind-body connection underlying
various health conditions, and how health beliefs and health behaviours influence the
management of these conditions. Finally, we will analyse factors that facilitate behavioural
change, and promote healthcare utilization and illness prevention at the individual and
population levels. Current scientific findings and cultural aspects of health psychology will also
be discussed.

PSY 304 Psychological Assessment
1 Term; 3 Credits
The course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and types of assessment
tools in the field of psychology, as well as the ethical guidelines in the use of psychological
assessment from a multicultural perspective. The course also helps students develop a critical
and creative mindset in understanding human behaviours both quantitatively and qualitatively.
Students will have hands-on experience of conducting a clinical interview by using a structural
interviewing style and exercising observational assessment ability.

PSY 306 Business Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits
Business Psychology is a practical discipline in which knowledge of business and
knowledge of psychology are welded together to challenge and help organizations and their
people. Organizations come into being in response to market needs, and grow when they are
indeed responsive to market needs. This course focuses on utilizing systems and skills in
psychology to gauge and create market needs, and gearing organizations towards becoming
market-sensitive and market-driven.

PSY 307 Educational Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits
The course is designed to introduce students to psychology within the formal educational

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