module specification

PY7020 - Child and Adolescent Developmental Psychology (2024/25)

Module specification Module approved to run in 2024/25
Module title Child and Adolescent Developmental Psychology
Module level Masters (07)
Credit rating for module 20
School School of Social Sciences and Professions
Total study hours 200
 
164 hours Guided independent study
36 hours Scheduled learning & teaching activities
Assessment components
Type Weighting Qualifying mark Description
Coursework 50%   Consultancy report
Coursework 50%   Report or Screencast
Running in 2024/25

(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change)
Period Campus Day Time Module Leader
Autumn semester North Thursday Afternoon

Module summary

This module will develop your understanding of core theories and models of cognitive and social development in children and adolescents. This includes classic and contemporary theories of attachment; development of language, memory, and theory of mind; gender and identity; and understanding the fantasy-reality distinction. You will critically examine the research methods used in this branch of psychology and the extent to which developmental processes are universal or vary across cultures. You will develop your skills in locating, evaluating, discussing, and accurately communicating information relating to the lecture topics, which are essential skills for further study and employment in different settings (e.g., child and adolescent mental health services; education; research).

Prior learning requirements

N/A

Syllabus

The topics covered in this module will be drawn from: classic and contemporary theories of child and adolescent development; development of language; development of theory of mind; development of memory; understanding the fantasy-reality distinction; education and development; risk and resilience; attachment and parenting; identity and gender development; research methods in human developmental psychology; research ethics; development across cultures.

Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity

The learning objectives will be achieved through a combination of lectures, interactive workshops, 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 feedback, and to take responsibility for identifying gaps in your learning.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, you will:

  1. possess systematic in-depth knowledge and critical awareness of a range of core theories and models of child and adolescent development.
  2. have comprehensive knowledge and critical awareness of research methods used in the study of psychology and research ethics.
  3. be able to summarise and evaluate critically theoretical developments in developmental psychology in the light of empirical evidence.
  4. critically discuss the extent to which theory applies across cultures.

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