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Micro-credential certification in History of Psychology SIQ4043 (DIPPSY)

Overview: 

This subject provides students with an overview of how psychology became an independent discipline as a scientific field. The subject addresses the contentions that had happened due to  the diversity of fields in psychology. This diversity would help students to understand the current issues.

Programme Fee

Awarding Body: 

This programme is designed, delivered, assessed and awarded by SEGi University through the Africa Open Learning Platform. 

Endorsement & Recognition: 


This programme is recognized and endorsed by the Seychelles Qualifications Authority (SQA), established under the Seychelles Qualifications Authority Act of 2005. 

Discipline: 
Psychology
Entry Requirements: 

Entry Requirements - No 
Min. Age Requirement - 19 Years Old and Above 
Language Proficiency - Yes 
Numeracy Proficiency - No 
Prerequisites - No

Contents: 
  1. Introduction: Past for Present.
  2. Psychological Foundations in Ancient Greece.
  3. From Rome Through the Middle Ages."
  4. The Reawakening of Intellectual Life.
  5. The Emergence of Modern Science.
  6. Sensationalism and Positivism: The French Traditions.
  7. Mental Passivity: The British Tradition.
  8. Mental Activity: The German Tradition.
  9. Competing Models of Psychology.
  10. The Founding of Modern Psychology.
  11. American Functionalism
  12. The Gestalt Movement.
  13. Psychoanalysis.
  14. Behaviorism.
  15. The Third Force Movement.
  16. Contemporary Trends: Neofunctionalism.
Assessments: 

Coursework - 60%
Exam - 40%

Credit Transfer: 
Upon successful completion of this Micro-credential certification in History of Psychology (DIPPSY), students will be able to transfer grades and credits into the following programme(s):
  1. Diploma in Psychology
Continuing Education: 

Upon successful completion of this Diploma in Psychology programme and meeting the necessary entry requirements, students will be able to progress into the following programme(s):

  1. Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)
Career Opportunities: 

Human Resource Executive and Psychology Teaching Assistant