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Applied Psychology (C8502)

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Foundations in Psychology: Applied Psychology

Module C8502

Module details for 2024/25.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)

Module Outline

This module will enable you to explore a range of topical controversies which stem from a variety of areas of applied psychology for example occupational, environmental and forensic psychology. Students will evaluate theories and ideas with respect to empirical data, and will learn how to apply the findings of Psychology to everyday experience.

Module learning outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of key issues in applied psychology.

Communicate critical and theoretical ideas pertaining to Applied psychology clearly, within the framework of academic writing conventions appropriate to foundation year study

Demonstrate an understanding of research methods used in the study of Applied Psychology.

TypeTimingWeighting
Coursework100.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
PortfolioT1 Week 11 60.00%
EssayA1 Week 1 40.00%
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.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Autumn SemesterLecture1 hour22222222222
Autumn SemesterSeminar1 hour11111111111
Autumn SemesterONLINE LECTURE1 hour22222222222

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