PSYCH 363
Human Cognitive Evolution
In this course, we examine the evolutionary origins of the human mind by integrating theoretical perspectives from biology with cutting-edge empirical research from psychology. Topics include the origins of human cooperation, communication, theory of mind, culture, morality, emotions, memory, foresight, and self-control.
Topics
- the origins of human cooperation
- communication
- theory of mind
- culture
- morality
- emotions
- memory
- foresight
- and self-control
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
PSYCH 230 or 235 or 335. (Prerequisites enforced at registration.) (3). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027