PC3050 - Preparing for Success (2024/25)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2024/25 | ||||||||||
| Module title | Preparing for Success | ||||||||||
| Module level | Foundation (03) | ||||||||||
| Credit rating for module | 15 | ||||||||||
| School | School of Social Sciences and Professions | ||||||||||
| Total study hours | 150 | ||||||||||
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| Running in 2024/25(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) |
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Module summary
The aim of this module is to (1) introduce you to some of the key concepts and skills required to be a successful student; (2) provide you with knowledge and understanding of psychology as an academic discipline; (3) foster independent learning by initiating student-led tasks; (4) develop key skills relevant to pursuing further academic study of psychology (e.g. understanding the scientific method, effective communication, time-management, critical thinking and digital literacy skills); (5) introduce you to the concept of ethical science and ethical working.
This module will facilitate your progression to level 4 of the BSc (Hons) Psychology and enhance your knowledge and transferable skills necessary for working in various professional contexts.
Syllabus
Areas covered will be drawn from: introduction to studying psychology, key skills required to be successful student and psychologist (reflection, effective communication, time-management, critical thinking, and digital literacy skills), referencing and formatting, using library resources, transferring skills to the workplace.
Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity
The learning objectives will be achieved through a combination of lectures and interactive workshops and seminars, supplementary guided web-based learning and self-managed independent study. You will be encouraged to reflect on your learning throughout the module, particularly using formative assessments.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module, you will:
1. Understand what is required to be successful on the course and be able to create personal development plan.
2. Be able to demonstrate digital and academic literacy skills.
3. Reflect on different study techniques and strategies to help your learning and academic performance within Psychology.