Research in Psychology MODULE DESCRIPTOR TITLE. Introduction to Psychology MODULE CODE S LEVEL 4 CREDITS 20 JACS CODE C800 DEPARTMENT

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1 MODULE DESCRIPTOR TITLE Introduction to Psychology MODULE CODE S LEVEL 4 CREDITS 20 JACS CODE C800 DEPARTMENT Psychology, Sociology & Politics SUBJECT GROUP Psychology MODULE LEADER TBC DATE OF APPROVAL 16 th /17 th July 2014 MODULE AIM This course provides an introduction to several core areas of psychology (e.g. cognitive psychology, individual differences). Students will learn about basic psychological approaches and the methods used to research psychology. Both normal and abnormal behaviours will be addressed. MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES LO Ref Learning Outcome 1 Identify characteristics and symptoms of psychological disorders 2 Explain the methods psychologists use to study behaviour 3 Apply psychology to real-world contexts INDICATIVE CONTENT TAR UC content SHU content Guide To Psychology and It s Practice Definition and approaches Differences in the field Research in Psychology Research Methods in Psychology Psychology as a science Ethical principles of psychologists Animal research Designing psychological studies

2 Diversity : Gender, Culture and Family Gender influences Sex roles and Androgyny Ethnic and cultural influences The family: Birth order and family size Effects of parenting style Parental employment and child care Parental conflict and divorce States of Consciousness Sleep The abnormalities of sleep Circadian Rhythm Hypnosis What is Abnormal behaviour and Social Issues Specific disorders and treatments: e.g. Anxiety disorders, substance related disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders. Classifying psychological disorders. DSM V Conditioning and Learning Classical conditioning and operant conditioning Punishment and reward Other kinds of learning Therapies Introduction to psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Behaviour therapy Humanistic therapy and cognitive therapies. Family system therapy Comparing therapies and therapists Emotional behaviours, health, Stress and Coping The nature of emotion and a survey of emotions Stress and its effect on health Stress and Health Schizophrenia Symptoms Types and prevalence Causes and therapies The elusiveness of schizophrenia Intelligence and Ability Testing Theories of intelligence Measuring intelligence Cross-cultural comparisons Cognition in Action Everyday memory Understanding cognitive impairments Recognising faces

3 LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND METHODS Students will be supported in their learning, to achieve the above outcomes, in the following ways Lectures (face-to-face and screencasted) will present the main theories, research and debates in the topic areas. Workshops will allow students to engage with a variety of approaches to researching psychology. These activities may include administering psychological tests, analysing case studies, participating in cognitive experimental tasks. Assessment workshops will provide formative feedback. ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION (max 100 words description - this text to be used for Student's Assessment Statement - for use in Assessment Scheduler or Assessment Manager, whichever is used) This module is assessed by two pieces of coursework, each with 50% weighting. Both assessments will be structured essays that allow students to select their own choice of topic, from those delivered by SHU. ASSESSMENT PATTERN - TASK INFORMATION (STANDARD ASSESSMENT MODEL) Task No.* Description of Assessment Task Task Weighting % Word Count or Exam Duration** Subtasks Y/N + IMR^ 1 Essay 50% 1,500 N Y N 2 Essay 50% 1,500 N N Y Y/N Final Task Y/N Notes * up to 2 tasks per 20 credit module, maximum of 3 tasks for larger than 20 credits ** Timetabled examinations - duration must be whole numbers of one, two or three hours and ten minutes of reading time will be added on to this as standard - for further details see Assessment Tariff ^ In-module retrieval availability (mandatory for level 4 modules) Any exemptions from the Standard Model of Assessment are subject to University approval For further details, see Assessment Definitions. + The use of sub-tasks is subject to faculty approval. ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS MODULE None. FEEDBACK TO STUDENTS Feedback will be provided in the following forms; The workshop sessions are designed to allow students to develop their knowledge through practical group work. These activities will allow students to receive both peer and tutor formative feedback in the sessions. Assessment advice sessions will provide formative feedback on students progress e.g. tutor will give guidance on student s choice of references for their essay. Summative feedback will be provided for both pieces of coursework, in accordance with our Faculty feedback policy.

4 LEARNING RESOURCES FOR THIS MODULE (INCLUDING READING LISTS) The module descriptor to include a link to an online resource list. Standard statement from Learning and Information Services about how students can access module resource/reading lists held in TALIS ASPIRE. Books 1. Kalat, J. W. (2009). Introduction to Psychology. 9th ed. Singapore: Brooks/Cole. 1. Rathus, S.A. (2012.). Psychology: Concepts and Connections. 9th ed. Belmont: Wadsworth. 2. Coon, D & Mitterer, J.O. (2011). Psychology: Modules for Active Learning. 12th ed. Belmont: Wadsworth. Journals (all available electronically via the TAR UC library) British Journal of Psychology Journal of Applied Psychology Psychology Today MODULE STUDY HOURS Module Study Hours - Breakdown of Hours by Type Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity type* Lecture Seminar Tutorial Project supervision Demonstration Hours by type KIS category 28 (TAR UC) + 4 (SHU) 21 (TAR UC) Practical classes and workshops 16 (SHU) Supervised time in studio/workshop Fieldwork External visits Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities sub-total Guided Independent Study 131 Independent Placement (Not SW year - see KIS definitions) Work-based Learning (see KIS definitions) Year Abroad (see KIS definitions) Total Number of Study Hours (based on 10 hours per credit) 200 Placement Placement Placement

5 1. Name of Course : Introduction to Psychology 2. Course Code: BHPY Name(s) of academic staff Ms Khartikka Chandrasekaran 4. Rationale for the inclusion of the course in the programme This course serves as a foundation for students to acquire knowledge on basic psychological theories and the understanding of human behaviour. Objectives: To give a general understanding on the complexities of different human behaviours. To provide a general understanding of psychology and its application. 5. Semester offered: Semester 1 6. Total Student Learning Time (SLT) Total Student Learning Time (SLT) L=Lecture T=Tutorial P=Practical O=Others Face to Face L 28 T 21 P O Total Guided and Independent Learning Total SLT 7. Credit Value 4 8. Prerequisite (if any) Nil 9. Learning outcomes: On completion of the course, students should be able to: 1. Explain various major approaches to psychology. (C2) 2. Identify characteristics and symptoms of psychological disorders. (C2) 3. Describe stress, coping mechanisms and psychological therapies. (C2) 4. Apply psychology in other settings. (C3) 10. Transferable Skills: Skills and how they are developed and assessed. Transferable Skills How they are developed Assessment Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Read and comprehend various types of psychological-related reading materials Work effectively within a team Developed through lessons, coursework assessment and examination Developed through lessons and examination Developed through lessons and group based coursework. 11. Teaching-learning and assessment strategy Assessed through coursework and examination Assessed through coursework and examination Assessed through group and individual based coursework.

6 Teaching-learning Strategy: Lecture Tutorial Pair/ Group discussion Pair/Group work Individual Assessment Independent reading/ Directed reading Revision Assessment: Assignment (group) Continual assessment (Individual) Examination 12. Synopsis This course exposes students to complexities of human behaviours. It includes a range of topics in psychology, covering theories and applications. 13. Mode of Delivery Lecture Tutorial 14. Assessment Methods and Types Coursework (60%) Assignment 1 (30%) Assignment 2 (30%) Examination (40%) 15. Mapping of the course to the Programme Aims : PA1, PA2 16. Mapping of the course to the Programme Learning Outcomes : LO1, LO2, LO6 Week Topic Student Learning Time (SLT) L T P O Total Guided and Independent Learning 1 Guide To Psychology and It s Practice Definition and approaches Differences in the field 2-3 Guide To Psychology and It s Practice Scientific methods in Psychology Ethical principles of psychologists Research with animals in psychology and examples of experiments Measuring and analyzing results.

7 4 Diversity : Gender, Culture and Family Gender influences Sex roles and Androgyny Ethnic and cultural influences The family: Birth order and family size Effects of parenting style Parental employment and child care Parental conflict and divorce 5-6 States of Consciousness Sleep The abnormalities of sleep Circadian Rhythm Hypnosis 7-9 What is Abnormal behaviour and Social Issues Specific disorders and treatments :Anxiety disorders, substance related disorders, mood disorders Classifying psychological disorders. DSM IV 10 Conditioning and Learning Classical conditioning and operant conditioning Punishment and reward Other kinds of learning 11 Therapies Introduction to psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Behaviour therapy Humanistic therapy and cognitive therapies. Family system therapy Comparing therapies and therapists 12 Emotional behaviours, health, Stress and Coping The nature of emotion and a survey of emotions Stress and its effect on health Stress and Health

8 13-14 Schizophrenia Symptoms Types and prevalence Causes and therapies The elusiveness of schizophrenia Assessment: Coursework Final Exam Total Total Total SLT 160 Subject Credit Main references supporting the course 2. Kalat, J. W. (2009). Introduction to Psychology. 9th ed. Singapore: Brooks/Cole. Additional references: 3. Rathus, S.A. (2012.). Psychology: Concepts and Connections. 9th ed. Belmont: Wadsworth. 4. Coon, D & Mitterer, J.O. (2011). Psychology: Modules for Active Learning. 12th ed. Belmont: Wadsworth. Recommended Journals British Journal of Psychology Journal of Applied Psychology Psychology Today 19. Other additional information: Nil CHECKED Date Jan 2016 Reason SI correct. NB: SI records assessment as 100% coursework regardless of actual assessment strategy to enable recording of TAR UC assessment outcome.