Hist,Phil & Ethics of Brain & Mind Sci
BMRI5001
The history and philosophy section of this unit examines the conceptual foundations of cognitive neuroscience. These foundations are constituted by the relationships among the psychological concepts involved in investigations into the neural underpinnings of human cognitive, affective and volitional capacities. The ethics section examines the ethical considerations that arise from the rapid pace of research that has led to new ways of understanding brain function. The medicolegal section examines the legal implications of testamentary capacity, guardianship and informed consent in the context of brain and mind disorders. The goal of this unit of study is to help students to identify key ethical, legal and social aspects of brain research in an attempt to develop protocols for thinking about potentially problematic areas. This knowledge will enhance the learner's ability to critically analyse given evidence to inform and improve scientific, clinical and mental health policy approaches to disorders of the brain and mind.
Unit of study details
Unit of study level: Postgraduate
Credit points: 6
Commencing semesters: 1, 2
Further unit of study information
Unit of study handbook: BMRI5001
Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships
Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates
Available for study abroad and exchange: No