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 concerns counselling in the workplace.
Assessment is by essay.
The module is designed to introduce students to the theory of assessment and testing as applied in the workplace. It focuses on the main issues surrounding the development and use of appropriate measures, such as reliability, validity, sensitivity and lack of bias, and the evaluation of those measures and the overall process of assessment and testing. It focuses not only on the assessment of individuals at work but also of their work systems and environments. Assessment is by examination. This module focuses on the role of psychological, social and organisational factors in individual and organisational health.