Department of Social & Policy Sciences, Unit Catalogue 2011/12 |
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 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Certificate (FHEQ level 4) |
| Period: |
Semester 1 |
| Assessment:
| EX 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
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| Description:
| Aims: This is the first of two units that aim to provide the students with an introduction to a range of concepts central to the development of people through the Life Course. In this unit the aim is to introduce students to basic psychological and development concepts and link these to Social Work. Specifically the unit aims to: * introduce students to basic psychological concepts in learning theory, cognition, behaviour, emotion, attachment, personality, and interpersonal relationships; * examine the psychological and social development of individuals through childhood (for example, cognitive development, learning and attachment theory) to old age; * begin to analyse the impact of various social and cultural agencies on individual development; * provide an overview of Social Work and the application of key psychological and social development concepts; and * begin to be aware of the critiques of concepts associated with the Life Course. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the unit students will be expected to be able to: * describe the major stages of human psychological development throughout the Life Course ; * demonstrate a basic understanding of the basic concepts of psychology including theories of learning, personality, motivation, and interpersonal relationships; * understand basic psychological debates such as 'nature versus nurture'; * begin to appreciate cultural diversity and its impact on individual development; and * have an appreciation and emerging critique of the importance of psychological theory in social work knowledge. Skills: After completing this course students should be able to: * have an overview of basic psychological terms and concepts in relation to development; * appreciate different levels of understanding and communication skills during child development and other life stages; * begin to engage in problem based learning exercises independently and within small groups; * begin to identify some social work roles and functions; and * show critical thinking in the application of Life Course concepts. Content: Basic biological psychology and states of consciousness Cognitive and behavioural psychology Developmental psychology Child psychological development and social learning Social Work roles and functions in the Life Course Cultural, Social and Environmental Impacts on the Life Course Social Constructions and the Life course. |
| Programme availability: |
SP10178 is a Designated Essential Unit on the following programmes:Department of Social & Policy Sciences
SP10178 is Compulsory on the following programmes:Department of Social & Policy Sciences
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