This optional module addresses these key questions about the evolution of social behaviour and social cognition in humans and non-human species. Specific areas...

Evolution and Social Behaviour (PSYC0089)

This optional module addresses these key questions about the evolution of social behaviour and social cognition in humans and non-human species. Specific areas that will be discussed include the social and technical intelligence hypotheses, the evolution and development of theory of mind; and the evolution of costly social behaviours, such as cooperation and punishment. We will end by considering how an evolutionary perspective on human social behaviour leaves us better equipped to address major societal problems, such as anthropogenic climate change, supporting charities, over fishing and others. The course will emphasize the importance of a comparative, evolutionary approach to the study of behaviour and cognition. It will fit with the broader theme of the CoDES course by providing an evolutionary perspective on cognitive and decision science.

This module represents the average mark that has been achieved on a BSc/MSci Psychology Year Abroad. It replaces the average mark for Year 2 of the BSc/MSci...

Psychology Study Abroad Module (PSYC0019)

This module represents the average mark that has been achieved on a BSc/MSci Psychology Year Abroad. It replaces the average mark for Year 2 of the BSc/MSci Psychology. The way in which a student’s time abroad is assessed academically will vary according to which institution they are in. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that they understand how their year abroad will be assessed and what is expected academically. They are expected to familiarise themselves with details of all work to be undertaken during their period abroad and to comply with all relevant deadlines and requirements relating to submission and assessment. Information or advice about the academic requirements of the year abroad can be obtained from the relevant Study Abroad Tutor (currently Prof Daniel Richardson).