Understanding Clinical Psychology (C8524)
Understanding Clinical Psychology
Module C8524
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
Mental health influences much of our everyday behaviour and interactions with others. This module introduces mental health issues and psychopathology impacting people across the lifespan. Students will learn how psychological diagnoses are made and how psychologists use theory to guide practice when treating patients. We will cover common disorders such as anxiety, depression, and dementia as well as contemporary evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavioural therapy.
Full Module Description
Mental health influences much of our everyday behaviour and interactions with others. This module introduces mental health issues and psychopathology impacting people across the lifespan. Students will learn how psychological diagnoses are made and how psychologists use theory to guide practice when treating patients. We will cover common disorders such as anxiety, depression, and dementia as well as contemporary evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavioural therapy.
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand key aspects of clinical psychology
Show appreciation of the psychology study of mental illness
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of current approaches to diagnosing and treating mental illness
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Computer Based Exam | T1 Week 5 (1 hour) | 40.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | T1 Week 11 (1 hour) | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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