Description: Introduction to Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Developmental cognitive neuroscience provides the scientific knowledge underpinning contemporary paediatric neuropsychology practice. This module introduces the historical, theoretical and methodological foundations of developmental cognitive neuroscience. In order to study the complex multifaceted development of human cognition and its neural underpinnings it is essential that scientists in traditionally distinct fields integrate their methodologies. Students are introduced to the fundamental principles behind a range of methodologies with examples of cutting-edge research and the potential clinical implications. Students are provided with detailed teaching of human neuroanatomy via lectures and online classes.

The content of this module is delivered in accordance with the British Psychological Society 2019 Clinical Neuropsychology Standards for Accreditation (Paediatric Programmes).

 

Aims 

To provide students with an understanding of the historical, theoretical and methodological foundations of developmental cognitive neuroscience.
	To introduce students to the fundamental principles behind a range of cognitive neuroscience methodologies and how they may be integrated to inform clinical practice.
	To provide students with a detailed understanding of human neuroanatomy.
 

Who is this module for?

This is a core module for the MSc/PG Diploma in Clinical/Applied Paediatric Neuropsychology.

 

Teaching and Learning Methods

Teaching is delivered through live face-to-face, online and pre-recorded lecturers, alongside learning through readings and tutorials, discussion, and/or seminar sessions.

 

Assessment

The assessment for Module 1 is a timed (90 minute) online exam, in which the format of questions may be: multiple-choice, matching the correct answer from a list of options, deciding whether statements are true/false, labelling brain regions, or short answer (e.g., completing a statement using one or two words or answering a more open-ended question with two or three sentences).

 

Recommended Readings

Crossman, A. Neary, D. (2019).  Neuroanatomy: an Illustrated Colour Text, 6th Edition.  Churchill Livingstone.

Note: This text book is available as an e-book through the UCL Library. 

Some useful resources on the physics of MRI and neuroanatomy:


	MRI made easy:(... well almost) by Hans H Schild  
	
	
	MRI from Picture to Proton. 
	
	
	The Basics of MRI by Joseph P. Hornak
	
	
	Link to 3-D Brain Model  
	
	
	2-D Neuroanatomy Tutorial