PL3S154 - Using Psychology 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PL3S154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Using Psychology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Youth and Community | ||
| Module Leader: | James Greville | ||
| Module Team: | Philip Tyson, Kirsty Richards, Dan Bowers, Alexis Jones, Leigh Attwood | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2018 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100497 - psychology | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To encourage critical reflection on the use of Psychology in practice, real-life contexts and current national and international debates.
Content Summary
This module focuses on the role of Psychology within specific practice contexts as well as the ways that this can contribute to broader societal change. Content is organised thematically to encourage critical evaluation and appreciation of the multiple perspectives in Psychology; and how these can be applied in different settings. These themes include “Working with Diverse Populations”; “Psychology in Social, Cultural and Political Contexts”; “Applying Evidence to Practice” and “Working Ethically in Psychology”. The working content of the sessions will change from year to year but will reflect current thinking and relevant current debates from both academic and practitioner perspectives. Taught content from USW staff will be supplemented by guest sessions from established practitioners who will contextualise a relevant theme within their own discipline, topic or field. Directed tasks and independent formative assessment will encourage students reflect on these themes and apply them to a range of real-world contexts.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 120 |
| Directed Study | 32 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate a critical and reflective appreciation of the considerations associated with using Psychology in different contexts. |
| LO2 | Critically assess the ethical and socio-cultural contexts in which Psychology operates as a discipline. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assignment (CW) | Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | A log of self-reflections based on themes and tasks covered across the module | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Case Study (CW) 1 | A case study of a single practice context which is analysed with reference to each of the themes covered in the module | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case Study (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |