Program Overview

Introduction to the Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuroscience Unit

The Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuroscience unit, coded as PSY325, is an advanced unit that builds on the intermediate material covered in PSY224 (Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience). This unit forms a basis for understanding neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuroscience
• Unit Code: PSY325
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Health
• School of Psychological Sciences
• Discipline: Psychology
• Coordinator: Associate Professor Cynthia Honan
• Available as an Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Advanced

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Availability

The unit is available in the following locations and study periods:

• Location: Hobart, Launceston, Online
• Study Period: Semester 1
• Attendance Options: On-campus, Off-Campus
• Available To: International students, Domestic students

Key Dates

• Start Date: 23/2/2026
• Census Date: 17/3/2026
• WW Date: 20/4/2026
• End Date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Evaluate the key features and theories related to neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders with reference to underlying brain function, cognition, and behaviour.
• Apply knowledge of features/theories and clinical and experimental approaches relevant to neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
• Critically evaluate neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric literature and communicate key concepts to a range of audiences.

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,192.00
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: $2,862.00

Requisites

• Prerequisites: PSY224 - Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: 1 x 2-hour Online Lecture modules weekly, 1 x 2-hour Practical activities (on campus or online) weekly, 2 hours Independent Learning (Self-directed activities) weekly
• Assessment: Quizzes (30%), Written Assignment (30%), Final Exam (40%)

Textbooks

Lecturers will provide reference to any required or recommended readings as part of weekly online lecture modules.