PY1DMH (Debates in Mental Health) - Spring
Module aims and purpose
This interactive module will introduce students to key current and historical issues1 in Clinical Psychology. The aims of the module are that students should develop their understanding of psychological disorders2, their assessment and current evidence-based interventions. Topics to be debated will be introduced in lectures, and teams of students will then prepare and present debates on these topics the following week. Students will also acquire the skills of writing an essay on the topic of clinical psychology.
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, it is expected that students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of a range of clinical disorders2, their diagnosis, causes and treatment3;4
- Evaluate topics in clinical psychology using empirical evidence5 in relation to key theories
- Present and debate key arguments of the existing contemporary, historical and global issues1 in the field of clinical psychology
Summative assessment
| Type of assessment | Detail of assessment | % contribution towards module mark | Size of assessment | Additional information | Breadth | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral assessment | Presentation / Debate | 25 | Group presentation – contributing individually a 5-minute presentation and engagement in debate | Students will take part in one of three in-class debates, which will involve students presenting and receiving feedback on their own performance. This will primarily assess LO3. | ||
| Written coursework assignment | Essay | 75 | 1,500 words | This will primarily assess LO1 and LO2. | Individual Differences |
