The Student's Guide to Studying Psychology

by ThomasM.Heffernan (Author)

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  Paperback
  1997

  $4.32

  This textbook is a practical guide to studying psychology. It incorporates chapters on: perspectives within psychology; seminars, tutorials and lectures; essay writing and practical write-ups; exam preparation and technique; research methods and empirical report writing; and what to do upon graduation, with particular emphasis placed upon postgraduate training/research as well as applied areas of psychology. This book is aimed at those studying psychology at undergraduate and pre-degree level, and those who are considering studying psychology as an academic subject.

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.85

  Now in its third edition, this very popular guide to studying psychology remains an invaluable tool for students at both undergraduate and pre-degree level, along with those deciding whether to take psychology as an academic subject.

  Providing insights into the most critical aspects of studying psychology, A Student's Guide to Studying Psychology is distinguished from other texts by its easy to follow format and practical nature. Topics covered include:

  • Perspectives within psychology
  • Making the most of seminars, tutorials and lectures
  • How to write essays and empirical reports
  • Guidelines on exam preparation and technique
  • Information on careers in psychology and tips for applying for jobs, including how to write your own curriculum vitae.

  For this fully updated third edition, new advice is included on web-based research and referencing. Subject coverage is expanded to include contemporary research trends in cognitive neuroscience, evolutionary psychology and positive psychology. In addition, new material investigates postgraduate specialisms including neuropsychology, psychotherapy and sport psychology.