Course Description
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Course Name
Biological Basis of Human Behaviour
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Host University
University of Limerick
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Location
Limerick, Ireland
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Area of Study
Behavioral Science, Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Prerequisites: PS4042, PS4021
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Structure and function of the mammalian nervous system with reference to the biological bases of major classes of behaviour, including neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, role of neurotransmitters in brain function, CNS and endocrine influences on behaviour, localisation of brain function, the importance and limitations the of case study approach and animal research.
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