PC6071 - Clinical Psychology (2024/25)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2024/25 | ||||||||||||
| Module title | Clinical Psychology | ||||||||||||
| Module level | Honours (06) | ||||||||||||
| 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
This module aims to develop your knowledge and skills in clinical psychology. You will learn about key theoretical approaches in clinical psychology and how clinical conditions are diagnosed and treated (e.g., mood and anxiety disorders; substance use disorders; personality disorders; post-traumatic stress disorder). You will also develop core skills required to working ethically with clients with complex needs and learn policy and legislation on issues such as safeguarding, the Mental Health Act, and the Mental Capacity Act. You will develop a critical understanding and practical experience in using psychometric assessment and diagnostic methods, including the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5), and range of clinical skills which will ease your transition into postgraduate training and employment in different professions.
Syllabus
Areas covered will be drawn from: psychopathologies; clinical diagnosis and case formulation; treatment planning and intervention; working with diverse populations with differeing expectations and needs; ethical, inclusive and reflective practice in clinical psychology.
Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity
The learning objectives will be achieved through a combination of lectures, interactive workshops and seminars, supplementary guided web-based learning, and self-managed independent study. Formative assessments and group work in seminars will provide you with constructive tutor and feedback. You will be encouraged to reflect on your learning throughout the module and to take responsibility for your own learning including identifying developmental needs.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
1. Discuss and evaluate key perspectives, approaches, and controversies in clinical psychology.
2. Apply and evaluate different approaches to diagnosis, assessment, and treatment for a range of disorders and be aware of the limitations of these approaches.
3. Understand how social, cultural, and political factors can influence the experiences of people providing and using mental health services, and demonstrate skills in ethical, inclusive, and reflective practice.