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BMRI5007: Neuropsychology
2024 unit information
This unit of study will enable students to understand the basic principles of brain behaviour relationships that underpin assessment of brain disorders across the age span. A wide range of neuropsychological syndromes, neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders will be examined. The unit of study will enable you to develop skills in integrating medical, psychological and social information into neuropsychological assessment through case-based learning.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Brain and Mind Science
| Code | BMRI5007 |
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| Academic unit | Brain and Mind Science |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. analyse the theoretical frameworks underpinning the study of brain behaviour relationships
- LO2. understand and differentiate core neuropsychological syndromes arising from brain disorders
- LO3. apply knowledge and skills to the interpretation of neuropsychological tests and questionnaires used in the assessment of brain disorders
- LO4. examine the pathological changes that occur in brain disorders across the age spectrum
- LO5. compare and contrast social, psychological, medical, neurological and rehabilitation factors associated with neuropsychological syndromes.
Unit availability
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal evening | Mallett Street, Sydney |
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Semester 2 2024
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Online | Mallett Street, Sydney |
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