BSc (S) Psychol Trauma Studies
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Applicants must have 120 credit points at Level 1 for entry onto the programme. Applicants who do not meet the entrance requirements should contact the School for advice.
Back to topThe School of Nursing and Midwifery is located within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences, and uniquely positioned to offer an innovative approach to interprofessional education.
This Honours degree in Psychological Trauma Studies aims to enable students to develop their knowledge and provide a context for the understanding of psychological trauma. It is designed to meet the needs of those from community groups and organisations and also health care professionals involved in the care and support of traumatised individuals and communities.
Back to topThe BSc (Hons) Psychological Trauma Studies degree programme can be completed over four academic years as a part-time course of study. The programme is managed collaboratively by the School of Nursing and Midwifery and WAVE Trauma Centre. WAVE Trauma Centre is a cross-community organisation, which provides therapeutic support and befriending services for those affected by the psychological trauma associated with the Northern Ireland troubles.
The programme comprises of five modules at Level 2 and five modules at Level 3.
Trauma Studies Modules (Provisional programme, subject to change)
Psychological Trauma Studies
Level 2 modules
Introduction to Trauma
This module explores the history of psychological trauma and the recognition of post-traumatic stress disorder as a mental health disorder. The module also focuses on the symptoms, effects and consequences of psychological trauma in adults and children.
Research Methodologies
This module enables students to demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes evidence and how this informs practice; compare and contrast the use of descriptive and analytical research designs; explain the principles of data collection and analysis; discuss the importance of research ethics and the concepts of validity and rigour in research studies.
Use of Storytelling in dealing with the Traumatic past
This module explores the therapeutic benefits of storytelling. It also aims to explore the ethical issues involved in the hearing, telling and gathering of stories. The methodology and process behind designing a storytelling project will also be explored.
Trauma and Addiction
This module explores the effects of trauma on the individual and the relationship between the misuse of medication and addiction. The module also focuses on the impact of trauma and addiction on social and psychological development and the family circle
International Responses to Conflict
This module aims to introduce the student to international perspectives of psychological trauma and its aftermath.
Level 3 modules
Critical Appraisal of Trauma Studies
This module enables students to apply their knowledge of the research principles to critically appraise evidence; make informed decisions regarding the level and quality of evidence to guide practice; critically discuss standards of reporting and requirements of research governance and debate strategies for translating research into practice.
Transition from Victimhood
This module introduces the key components in the transition from victim-hood to survivor. The module provides the theoretical perspectives that underpin the essential elements to promote the recovery process.
Theoretical Aspects of Treatment modalities (also available as a stand alone module)
This module critically examines the benefits and limitations of treatment modalities in the treatment of trauma and explores the concept of self-care for the therapist/support worker.
Transgenerational Trauma (also available as a stand alone module)
This module introduces the concept of transgenerational trauma and explores the transmission of unresolved trauma from generation to generation.
Project Module
This module enables students to demonstrate an ability to deploy established techniques of analysis and enquiry. It aims to skill students to critically appraise relevant evidence to answer questions to guide practice.
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Back to topThe BSc in Psychological Trauma Studies at Queen’s is unique in that the School of Nursing and Midwifery works in collaboration with WAVE Trauma Centre in the management and delivery of this Honours degree.
Partial bursaries to support fees may be available through European funding secured by WAVE Trauma Centre, Belfast. Please contact WAVE on (028) 9077 9922 for further information.
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