UPSC Psychology Syllabus
UPSC Psychology Syllabus Course
Course Title: | [COURSE TITLE] |
Credits: | [CREDITS] |
Instructor: | [INSTRUCTOR] |
Schedule: | [SCHEDULE] |
Location: | [LOCATION] |
Textbook: | [TEXTBOOK] |
Description: | [DESCRIPTION] |
Assessments: | [ASSESSMENTS] |
Grading: | [GRADING] |
Office Hours: | [OFFICE HOURS] |
1. Course Description
This course is designed primarily for UPSC exam aspirants, with a focus on the Psychology section of the exam. Students will gain a deep understanding of psychological concepts and theories necessary for the exam and this subject's practical application.
2. Instructor Information
Instructor:[YOUR NAME]
Contact:[YOUR EMAIL]
3. Learning Objectives
To develop an understanding of key psychological concepts as required by the UPSC exam syllabus.
To apply psychological principles and theories to real situations.
To critical assess psychological research and theories.
To practice answering questions in the format of the UPSC psychology exam.
To build strategies for effectively studying and retaining psychological knowledge.
4. Course Schedule
Week | Topics | Assignments |
|---|
1-2 | Introduction to Psychology | Essay on Importance of Psychology |
3-4 | Theories of Personality | Profile Analysis of a Known Personality |
5-6 | Cognitive Psychology | Case Study on Cognitive Disorders |
7-8 | Social Psychology | Presentation on Social Influences on Behavior |
5. Required Reading and Materials
Morgan, C.T. (2018). Introduction to Psychology
Feldman, R.S. Understanding Psychology
Baron, R.A. Psychology
Study Material provided by [YOUR COMPANY NAME]
UPSC Previous year question papers
6. Assignments and Assessments
Written essays on various topics
Case study analysis
Weekly quizzes based on topics covered
Mock tests before main examination
Presentation on selected topics of psychology
7. Recommended Resources:
"Psychology" by Ciccarelli, S. K., & White, J. N.
"Foundations of Psychology" by Passer, M. W., & Smith, R. E.
"Applied Psychology: New Frontiers and Rewarding Careers" by Sternberg, R. J.
"Clinical Psychology: Science, Practice, and Culture" by Pomerantz, A. M., & Thompson, S. C.
8. Course Policy
Every participant is expected to attend all the scheduled classes.
Preparation for class by completing all reading and assignment prior to the class.
Maintain academic integrity by not indulging in plagiarism.
Attendance will be considered in final grading.
Participate actively in class discussions and activities.
9. Grading Policy
The final grade for the course will be based on the below distribution:
10. Disclaimer
The instructor holds the authority to implement any necessary alterations to the syllabus, the course schedule, and grading policy. Any alterations that would be made would be in accordance to the necessary needs and demands of the course's flow. Importantly, all of these potential changes will not be implemented abruptly, or without prior notice. In order to ensure transparency and understanding, all of such changes will be communicated beforehand, providing ample time for students to adjust and prepare accordingly.
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