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PAM1008 Psychology for Health Studies2007-2008Code: PAM1008Title: Psychology for Health Studies Instructors: LL and Dr K.M. Knapp CATS credits: 10 ECTS credits: 5 Availability: B821 only Level: 1 Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: N/A Duration: Weeks 1-10 Directed Study Time: 20 hours Private Study Time: 80 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: N/A AimsThis module aims to enable the students to develop knowledge, understanding and application of psychological concepts in the context of contemporary healthcare practice. It draws on knowledge from a well-established scientific discipline, psychology, in order to underpin sound practice in Healthcare. The student is introduced to psychological themes related to health, including their relationship to healthcare practice. Intended Learning OutcomesStudents should be able to: Module Specific Skills
Discipline Specific Skills
Personal and Key Skills
Learning and Teaching MethodsLectures (20×1hour), tutorials, presentations and directed investigative learning. AssignmentsDirected background reading. AssessmentOne 1-hour examination (60% week 11); 30-minute test (20%, week 6), 30-minute test (20%, week 9). Syllabus Plan and Content
Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)Not applicableFormative MechanismsTo be specified. Evaluation MechanismsThe module will be evaluated using information gathered via the student representation mechanisms, the staff peer appraisal scheme, and measures of student attainment based on summative assessment. |