Course Catalogue

Psychological Assessment 4H PSYCH4100

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Psychology and Neuroscience
  • Credits: 20
  • Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

Students will be introduced to the principles and practice of psychological assessment. The course will focus on a understanding the delivery of tests, battery assessments and interviews, and how these tests are used individually and in combination to understand the brain, behaviour and development. Students will become familiar with the strengths, limitations, interpretation and presentation of findings from a variety of assessment instruments as well as the ethical and social implications of assessment. Opportunities for practice administration of assessment tools will be provided.

Timetable

16 hours of teaching sessions over ten weeks.

Requirements of Entry

Successful completion of level 3H psychology single honours.

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

Students will complete a portfolio (100%) that includes the application and evaluation of assessment tools to a case study (80%) and a reflective critique of an observed/recorded assessment session (20%).

Course Aims

This course will introduce students to various methods of psychological assessment and the application of psychological tests. Students will be introduced to historical background to developments in psychological assessment, applications of psychological assessment, and an understanding of psychological test batteries. Students will be given the opportunity to discuss and evaluate issues surrounding test administration and interpretation.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of psychological assessment.

■ Critically evaluate the issues associated with delivering and interpreting psychometric tests.

■ Demonstrate their understanding of the assessment issues in applying psychometrics to specific populations.

■ Practice administration of basic assessment tools and batteries.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions