Emotion

Synopsis

PSY369 Emotion is an advanced course that will introduce students to the scientific discipline of psychological research in emotions. Students will be introduced to key theoretical perspectives and scientific evidence on various aspects of human emotions. The course will also offer students opportunities to apply emotions research to the real world and to develop a critical understanding of the methodological approaches used in the study of emotions. Skills such as developing research questions and designing as well as running research studies in emotions will also be covered. Basic knowledge of research methods (e.g., from PSY391 Applied Research Methods and Statistics) prior to taking this course is recommended.

Level: 3
Credit Units: 5
Presentation Pattern: Every July

Topics

Theories of Emotions
Emotions and Biology
Methodological Issues in Emotions
Functions of Emotions
Emotions and Cognition
Emotions and Behaviour
Emotions and Life Outcomes
Individual Differences in Emotions
Emotion Dynamics
Emotional Complexity
Mixed Emotions
Making Sense of Emotions in Real Life

Learning Outcome

Analyse the key affective, cognitive, behavioural, and biological components of emotions
Demonstrate knowledge of the key theoretical perspectives, methodological approaches, and empirical evidence on emotions
Judge the implications of emotion on psychological, behavioural, and life outcomes based on theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence on emotions
Design research studies to investigate key questions of interest in the field of emotions
Propose strategies for regulating emotions and using emotions to achieve specific objectives in real world situations
Appraise how emotions can be applied to understand and explain real-world events
Critique existing research in a domain by drawing together theories and findings from various sources

Part-time Programmes / CET Courses

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Emotion

Emotion (PSY369)

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