The course is intended for students who want advanced knowledge in neuropsychology, regarding both normal functioning and in clinical applications. The course deals with both theoretical and practical aspects of the area. Part 1: Advanced Neuropsychology: Structure and Function of the Brain (7.5 hp) The part of the course provides basic theoretical knowledge of the neuroanatomy and structure of the brain and its relation to psychological function and behavior. The topics include e.g.: biological bases of behavior, learning, memory, and abnormal psychology; processes of brain maturation. Part 2: Neuropsychological Assessment and Applications: In-depth project (7.5 hp) This course part provides in-depth knowledge of a well-defined area of neuropsychology, focused on a neuropathological condition and/or deviation related to acquired or inborn brain damage. Additionally, provide an update on brain research and neuropsychological assessment tools.
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
20 January 2025
Ends
24 March 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
90 ECTS in psychology, medicine or equivalent Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A2134
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
The online application opens 26 August 2024 at 08:00 CET.
