PS12004: Applying psychology
[Page last updated: 26 October 2023]
| Academic Year: | 2023/24 |
| Owning Department/School: | Department of Psychology |
| Credits: | 5 [equivalent to 10 CATS credits] |
| Notional Study Hours: | 100 |
| Level: | Certificate (FHEQ level 4) |
| Period: |
- Semester 1
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| Assessment Summary: | CWOG 20%, EXOB 80% |
| Assessment Detail: |
- Oral presentation Group (CWOG 20%)
- Open-book written examination (EXOB 80%)
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| Supplementary Assessment: |
- Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
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| Requisites: |
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| Learning Outcomes: |
By the end of the unit you will be able to:
- Describe theories and models that are relevant to applied psychology.
- Explain methods used in applied psychology.
- Interpret and evaluate psychological research in the context of real-world settings.
- Understand ethical practices relevant to psychology professions.
- Explore career pathways in psychology.
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| Synopsis: | Gain introductory knowledge of psychological concepts, theories and empirical studies. Youll focus on their application in real-world settings.
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| Content: | This unit will include content from many applied branches of psychology, such as clinical psychology (e.g., definitions of mental health conditions). It will also include details about professional practices and career routes in different areas of psychology (e.g., Clinical Psychologist).
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| Course availability: |
PS12004 is Compulsory on the following courses:
Department of Psychology
- UHPS-AFB10 : BSc(Hons) Psychology (Year 1)
- UHPS-AKB10 : BSc(Hons) Psychology with work placement (Year 1)
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Notes: - This unit catalogue is applicable for the 2023/24 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2024/25 and beyond should not assume that this unit will be available in future years in the format displayed here for 2023/24.
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