School Of PsychologyBiology for PsychologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101187.1
Discipline: HUMAN BIOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: NP
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
B1904 - Biology for Psychologists
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
This unit is restricted to students enrolled in course 1500 Bachelor of Psychology.
About this Unit
This unit provides an overview to the biological processes of the human body, an outline to the primary theories of biology and its scientific method. Topics covered include: the chemistry of life, the molecular basis of life, the cell and an introduction to the major organ systems of the human body, including structure and function. The course is laboratory based and students will be introduced to the biological concepts necessary for a thorough understanding of abnormal, cognitive, learning and neuro-physiological psychology.