Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Introduction to Psychology Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026
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Syllabus for Introduction to Psychology
Module 1: Psychology: What is it?
- a Psychology- Definition, Goals, Perspectives
- b Psychology as a Science
- c Individual differences and Intelligence
- d Professionals in Psychology
- e Frequently asked questions in Psychology
Module 2: Biological Psychology
- a Neuron and Neurotransmitters
- b Endocrine system
- c Brain and Behaviour
- d Neuroplasticity and Brain Computer Interface
- e Hemispheric specialisation and language
Module 3: Development across the lifespan
- a Studying human development
- b Stages of development: prenatal, infancy and childhood
- c Classic studies in Psychology
- d Indian Adolescents
- e Late adulthood and ageing
Module 4: Stress and Health
- a Stress and stressors
- b Physiological factors
- c Psychological factors
- d Emotional factors
- e Coping with stress
Books
- 1 Baron, R. A., & Kalsher, M. J. (2008). Psychology: From Science to Practice. (2nd ed.). Pearson Education inc., Allyn and Bacon
- 2 Ciccarelli, S. K. & Meyer, G. E. (2008). Psychology. (Indian sub-continent adaptation). New Delhi: Dorling Kindersley (India) pvt ltd.
- 3 Ciccarelli, S. K., White, J. N. & Misra, G. (2015). Psychology.5th edi. New Jersey: Pearson education Semester I