Problems and emerging solutions in Psychological Sciences

This course provides a critical overview of contemporary challenges within the field of psychology. Conducted entirely in English, it focuses on the analysis and discussion of recent scientific literature and "hot topics" across various psychological sub-disciplines.

The course is designed as an interactive seminar where students engage with emerging solutions to systemic problems (such as the replication crisis, ethical dilemmas in AI, or new methodological approaches, etc). By dissecting current news and peer-reviewed articles, students will develop a global and modern vision of the psychological landscape.

Identify contemporary debates and emerging issues across the various branches of psychology.

Critically analyze scientific articles and current news publications in English.

Synthesize complex information to propose potential solutions or innovative areas for reflection.

Master the conventions of visual scientific communication.

Session 1 : Dossier + soutenance orale

Session 2 : Dossier + soutenance orale

Dérogatoire : pas de dérogatoire.

Création d'un poster (40% de la note) qui sera présenté à l'oral (60% de la note)

No prerequisites

Analysis and Synthesis of Documents (in English)

Scientific Communication: Proficiency in popularizing research data and presenting it in a structured, graphic format (e.g., poster design).

Critical Thinking: Developing a reflexive stance toward research practices and published findings.

Language Skills: Consolidating academic English proficiency, both in written form and during oral discussions.

No specific bibliography. Further reading to be provided in class.