Psychology: Health & Clinical B (C8501B)
Foundations in Psychology: Health & Clinical B
Module C8501B
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Full Module Description
This module introduces a number of topics within clinical and health psychology, with an emphasis on physical health. Students will study theory and research to help understand the possible role of psychological factors in physical health and disease (i.e., mind-body interaction). Specific topics include chronic illness, empathy in medicine and psychological interventions for improving health care. A problem-based approach will be used which means that the topics will be considered in the context of the problems that can be seen and observed in the world today. This provides learning opportunities for students through self-directed enquiry, dialogue and experiential engagement with topics and academic material.
Module Outline
This module introduces a number of topics within clinical and health psychology, with an emphasis on physical health. Students will study theory and research to help understand the possible role of psychological factors in physical health and disease (i.e., mind-body interaction). Specific topics include chronic illness, empathy in medicine and psychological interventions for improving health care. A problem-based approach will be used which means that the topics will be considered in the context of the problems that can be seen and observed in the world today. This provides learning opportunities for students through self-directed enquiry, dialogue and experiential engagement with topics and academic material.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the psychological study of physical health
Use appropriate investigation to research and consider problems in living
Develop/apply observation of contemporary contexts to support learning
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 2 Assessment | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 11 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | ONLINE LECTURE | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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