Course Description
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Course Name
Introduction to Psychology
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Host University
Florence University of the Arts - The American University of Florence
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Location
Florence, Italy
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Area of Study
Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course will acquaint students with the basic principles of psychology and fields of study within basic and applied psychological science. The course will cover the following topics: the biological basis of psychology, learning, memory, emotion, perception, intelligence, thought, language, sensory processes, human development, individual personalities, social influence, consciousness and altered states, stress, psychological disorders, methods of therapy, as well as gender, and sexuality. Students will become acquainted with major experiments and case studies within the field and will have the opportunity to reflect and discuss on psychological issues by applying theory to better understanding human behavior in everyday life.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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