Problem solve, reason scientifically on the basis of evidence, and make critical evaluations in the context of psychological theory, methods of inquiry, applications and interventions.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through a variety of teaching -lectures, tutorial, practical classes, group work, and learning via guided independent reading, and group based exercises.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, exams (including MCQ and essays), and practical work reports (independent and group based).

Demonstrate an understanding that adopting multiple perspectives on psychological issues is important.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

The importance of multiple perspectives is a feature of all modules and explicitly addressed in the lectures on Conceptual Issues and during tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework and exams.

Prepare clear, logical evidence based arguments synthesising multiple sources incorporating theoretical and research findings and be able to communicate their conclusions to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Developed through tutorials and classes involving independent and group based exercises.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework, exams, practical reports, presentations.

Demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge and critical awareness of at least some areas of contemporary psychology, the main methodologies and conceptual frameworks as outlined in the QAA subject benchmark statement for psychology, including core areas of biological psychology; cognitive psychology, personality and individual differences, developmental psychology and social psychology; and research methods.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Acquisition of core knowledge is achieved mainly through lectures and practical classes and directed reading, reflection and discussion in tutorial groups, and preparation for coursework and group work assignments.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, practical reports, exams.

Recognise the variability and diversity of psychological functioning as well as a range of influences on that functioning.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, demonstrations, practical classes, and tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, practical reports, exams.

Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of research paradigms, methods and techniques, including statistical analysis.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, practical classes, demonstrations, tutorials, thesis work.

Methods of Assessment

Tutorial essays and practical reports.

Critically and systematically apply multiple perspectives (e.g. research methods, theory, application and evidence) to psychological issues.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, practical classes, demonstrations, tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, practical reports, exams.

Integrate evidence from multiple perspectives and relate to relevant issues.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, practical classes, demonstrations, tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, practical reports, exams.

Employ evidence based reasoning to critically evaluate different methodologies and approaches used in psychology.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Tutorials and lectures.

Methods of Assessment

Posters and presentations.

Communicate effectively using written, oral and visual forms of presentation

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Communication skills are taught in lectures, practical classes, tutorials and research supervision sessions.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays, presentations, and posters, practical reports, exams.

Demonstrate the ability to effectively plan and organise their personal work, learning and projects.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, practical classes, tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Practical reports, coursework.

Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity, contextual and interpersonal factors.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures and tutorial.

Methods of Assessment

Coursework and exams.

Reason scientifically and use critical judgements and evaluations in the evaluation of evidence and data.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Lectures, tutorials, practical classes.

Methods of Assessment

Practical reports and coursework.

Use independent judgement and self-direction and the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility in the pursuit of learning and continued professional/academic development

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Tutorials, lectures

Methods of Assessment

Coursework essays and practical reports.