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Course Description
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Course Name
Individual Differences
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Host University
University of Stirling
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Location
Stirling, Scotland
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Area of Study
Psychology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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SCQF Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This module considers the origins, variety, assessment and consequences of individual differences betweenpeople. It examines the history of the development of ideas about intelligence and personality and the originsof individual differences: nature versus nurture and cultural effects. It includes psychometrics: how to design,evaluate and interpret tests. It considers the consequences of individual differences for life choices and healthoutcomes.
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