Domains of Psychology

Course Overview 

Explore the nine domains of psychology to understand the human mind and behaviour better.

The Domains of Psychology micro-credential will provide you with an understanding of how biological and neuropsychological processes shape human functioning.

Throughout the eight-week online psychology short course, you’ll gain a basic understanding of cognitive psychology: thinking, learning, language and intelligence. You’ll explore the differences between sensation and perception and how the brain interprets sensory information.

During this course, you will reflect upon theories of social influence and famous social experiments. Build an understanding of industrial and organisational (I/O) psychology that is primarily practised in workplace settings. 

This micro-credential course also focuses on psychological disorders and factors that influence community mental health. Lastly, learn about social science research and its place within the field of psychology and explore the importance of good research practices. 

What You’ll Learn

Over the course of eight (8) weeks, through videos, readings and discussions, you will explore the following topics:

• Week 1: Biological and Neuropsychology.
• Week 2: The Biology of Sensation and Perception.
• Week 3: Behavioural Psychology (also known as “Behaviourism”).
• Week 4: Cognitive Psychology.
• Week 5: Social Psychology.
• Week 6: Organisational Psychology.
• Week 7: Psychopathology and Community mental health.
• Week 8: Social Science Research and Summative Assessment.

Course Outcomes

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

• Describe the field of Biological and Neuropsychology.
• Examine the sensory pathways of the body and differentiate Sensation from Perception.
• Explain theories of Behavioural psychology with a focus upon theories of classical and operant conditioning, and Social Learning Theory (SLT).
• Identify theories of Cognitive psychology with a focus upon thinking, learning, language, and intelligence.
• Identify theories in social psychology that examine social influences upon human behaviour.
• Define the field of Organisational and Industrial (I/O) psychology, and the settings in which they are practiced.
• Describe the field of Psychopathology together with an overview of psychological disorders and gain some insight into community factors that influence individual and community mental health.
• Explain the importance of good research and its place within the field of psychology.

Certification

Upon completion, you will receive a digital certificate of competence and badge. Your certificate and badge can be shared on 100+ social media platforms, allowing you to share your achievement with a single click.

Stackable Credentials

Stack specified combinations of micro-credentials and they can be recognised as equivalent to a module within the Bachelor of Applied Social Science Degree at SACAP. Intro to Human Behaviour can be stacked with Factors Influencing Human Behaviour and Domains of Psychology and if you meet the minimum entrance criteria, you can enrol for the Bachelor of Applied Social Science Degree and apply for module exemption.

Dates

• Class of 2026 May: 18 May – 12 July
• Class of 2026 June: 8 June – 2 August
• Class of 2026 August: 10 August – 4 October
• Class of 2026 September: 7 September – 1 November
• Class of 2026 October: 12 October – 6 December

There are no online classes. Course content is released on a weekly basis allowing you to work through course material, and meet weekly targets, at a time that is most convenient to you.

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The Team

The SACAP Global team brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience across various disciplines. Our expert short course developers and dedicated support team are passionate about sharing their insights to help you get the most out of your online learning journey.