It includes discussion of contemporary theories relating cognition, behaviour and life style to health, and consideration of a range of conditions and disorders of current interest to health psychologists that also have relevance to the workplace. Assessment is by essay. This module discusses the nature and philosophy of psychology as an applied science. Students will be introduced to the basic issues relating to the nature, philosophy and strategies of applied science, to related issues of research ethics, and to quasi-experimental designs. The design and analysis of survey designs and the related use of questionnaire-based measurement will be discussed in some detail.
Assessment is by examination.
This module provides a mix of lectures and seminars. Assessment is by examination. Assessment is by examination. This module focuses on the role of psychological, social and organisational factors in individual and organisational health. Assessment is by examination.