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This course will introduce the disciplines of cognitive and behavioural neuroscience in addition to covering relevant aspects of developmental neuroscience and neuropharmacology. We will cover how the brain develops and changes with sensory inputs and experiences as we learn and update information, navigate the environment, make decisions, and produce actions. Different neuroscience techniques will be introduced, and we will reflect on how changes in perceptual processing, as well as our genetics and environment influence our brain development. This course will also cover the regulations associated with the ethical treatment and welfare of animal models and humans involved in neuroscience research.
The objectives of the course are to: Describe and distinguish brain anatomy, neuronal function, and neural systems.Summarize and reflect upon the regulations that govern the ethical treatment and welfare of humans and animals participating in neuroscience researchDistinguish between neural systems that support sensory processing, learning and memory, motor function, spatial navigation, executive functions, and emotional processing.Identify how genetics and environmental influences impact on neural systemsCompare neuroscience techniques used in animal models and humans, including micro-stimulation, neurophysiology, neuroimaging, and manipulations of neuronal activity.
P: PSYC105 and PSYC106 RP: PSYC107 or ARTS102
PSYC333
PSYC107 or ARTS102
Please note that the 2026 timetable has not been finalised.
Scheduled days and times will be confirmed, following review, on 15th October.
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Anna Mitchell
Carlson, N. R, & Birkett, M.A; Physiology of Behavior ; 12;
There are no required textbooks for this course. Assigned readings for lectures/labs will be provided online via LEARN. Introductory material can be found in the textbook, Carlson, N. R, & Birkett, M.A. Physiology of Behavior (12th edition) available online via UC (University of Canterbury) Library. Beyond introductory chapters, a single textbook is not followed; lecture slides / handouts and/or extra material will cover the topics.
Domestic fee $1,099.00
International fee $5,388.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .