Master 2024/2025

Developmental Science

Type: Compulsory course (Science of Learning and Assessment)

Area of studies: Psychology

Delivered by: Department of Educational Programmes

Where: Institute of Education

When: 1 year, 3, 4 module

Mode of studies: offline

Open to: students of one campus

Instructors: Andrei Faber

Master’s programme: Science of Learning and Assessment

Language: English

ECTS credits: 6

Course Syllabus

Abstract

This course covers classic and contemporary approaches in studying development across the lifespan. We will address critical consideration for conducting research with individuals across the lifespan focusing on children and adolescents. We will discuss theoretical frameworks, brain development, and consider evidence from behavioral methods, neuroimaging technologies and molecular biology. Neuroimaging methods will include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), functional MRI, electroencephalography (EEG), and eye-tracking. Key discussion topic will include commonalities and differences in brain anatomy and function between children, adolescents, and adults.