INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PSI103	INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. AYŞE AYDIN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NURHAN NAZ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The Introduction to Psychology course aims to understand human behavior using scientific methods.
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course introduces the basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and research methods of psychology, and explains fundamental psychological processes such as sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, and memory. In addition, topics including lifespan development, personality, stress, and health psychology are addressed, with a focus on individuals’ psychological responses to health and illness, particularly psychological support approaches in chronic diseases. The course aims to provide a holistic perspective through the integration of theoretical knowledge with examples and discussions.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain the functioning of human physiology and psychological phenomena. (Bloom's 2)
Explain how to intervene in potentially pathological states and conduct them (Bloom's 2)
Distinguish between the psychiatrically normal and non-normal (Bloom's 4)
Distinguish different psychological approaches from each other. (Blooms 4)
Compare the hypotheses of these approaches, the approaches related to growth and development, perception of anxiety and ways to cope with anxiety. (Bloom's 4)

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Presentation Reading	Definition and Scope of Psychology	Lecture – Question/Answer
2	Presentation Reading	Psychological Approaches	Lecture – Question/Answer
3	Presentation Reading	Fields of Psychology	Lecture – Question/Answer
4	Presentation Reading	Psychological Research Methods	Lecture – Question/Answer
5	Presentation Reading	Sensation and Perception	Lecture – Question/Answer
6	Presentation Reading	Psychological Research Methods	Lecture – Question/Answer
7	Presentation Reading	Consciousness	Lecture – Question/Answer
8	Presentation Reading	Learning	Lecture – Question/Answer
9	Presentation Reading	Memory	Lecture – Question/Answer
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Presentation Reading	Lifespan Development	Lecture – Question/Answer
12	Presentation Reading	Personality and Personality Theories	Lecture – Question/Answer
13	Presentation Reading	Stress	Lecture – Question/Answer
14	Presentation Reading	Psychological Support in Chronic Illnesses	Lecture – Question/Answer
15	Presentation Reading	Health Psychology	Lecture – Question/Answer
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Atkinson, R. L., Smith, E. E., Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B., Bem, D. J., & Maren, S. (2012). Psikolojiye giris. Arkadas Publications.
Plotnik, Rod (2009), Psikolojiye Giris, Trns. Tamer Genis, Istanbul: Kaknus Publications.
Ozturk O., Aylin Ulusahin A., (2015). Ruh Sagligi ve Bozuklukları, Gozden Gecirilmis ve Yenilenmis 13th Edition, Ankara.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students define the concepts they learned and match them with their corresponding phenomena in the social world.						5
2	Students interpret concepts and theories taking into account their historical-cultural contexts.					4
3	Students compare sociological theories with reference to social problems.	0
4	Students distinguish the significance of ecological, social and economical sustainability for world’s future.	0
5	Students develop their knowledge on sustainability by the use of information and communication technologies.	0

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students evaluate qualitative and quantitative data of sociological research studies.					4
2	Students analyse the complicated interactions between the social, cultural, political, economical and demographical phenomena of the global world.	0

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students design a research by their acquired knowledge and experience.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students research field study considering the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values.						5
2	Students efficiently apply the most suitable information and communication technologies in their studies.	0
3	Students use their knowledge on ecological, social and economical sustainability in all aspects of their lives.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students research on problems which reflect on their fields in the global world undergoing rapid and profound change.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.				3
2	Students develop their knowledge and skills within the frame of scientific, technological and current developments via adopting the principle of lifelong learning.					4
3	Students act ethically impartial in their research studies.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students criticize their advanced knowledge and skills in an analytical manner.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students apply the principle of cultural relativity, scientific and ethical values with reference to sustainability throughout their studies in their careers.				3

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	13	4	52
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	1	30	30
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	25	25
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	31	0	151