6B017E - Child and Adolescent Mental Health 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 6B017E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Child and Adolescent Mental Health | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology and Therapeutic Interventions | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Psychology | ||
| Module Leader: | Victoria Markham | ||
| Module Team: | Shakiela Davies | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | 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 | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
To deepen understanding of the factors shaping children’s and young people’s mental health through critical engagement with theory, research, and practice.
To explore and evaluate therapeutic approaches, including CBT, to promote positive mental health and support those experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges.
Content Summary
This module offers an advanced and engaging exploration of the factors that shape mental health and wellbeing in children and young people. You will critically examine key theories, research, and contemporary issues surrounding emotional development, resilience, and the impact of adversity.
Building on your previous learning, the module will develop your understanding of how professionals work therapeutically with children and young people in a range of contexts. You will explore ethical and professional considerations, as well as evidence-informed approaches to promoting positive mental health and supporting those experiencing difficulties.
A particular focus will be given to understanding and evaluating different therapeutic models, including cognitive behavioural therapy. Through critical analysis and reflection, you will consider how these approaches can be applied in practice to support the wellbeing of children and adolescents.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 56 |
| Guided Study | 10.5 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Independent Study and self-directed learning | 173.5 |
| Total Hours Selected | 116 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evaluate key theoretical perspectives and current research relating to child and adolescent mental health. |
| LO2 | Reflect critically on ethical, professional, and contextual issues involved in promoting mental health and wellbeing in practice. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Literature/book/paper review 1 | Written Work/ Asynchronous Assessment/ Literature review | 0 | 4500 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Literature/book/paper review 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |