PSY6023 - Applied Forensic Psychology

Objectives:

Assessment tasks are designed to enable students to demonstrate the Learning and Employability outcomes for the relevant level of study. Level Learning Outcomes are embedded in the assessment task(s) at that level. This enables a more integrated view of overall student performance at each level.

Content:

This module allows students to apply their knowledge and understanding of Forensic Psychology to a range of contemporary issues within the Criminal Justice System and be able to develop evidence-based solutions in order to effect positive change.

Students will work in groups to discuss topics pertinent to Forensic Psychology in the UK and around the world. Students will apply their knowledge in order to suggest ways to reduce the risk of re-offending. Topics will include risk assessment, self-harm and suicide, forensic mental health and a range of approaches to treatment including the Good Lives Model, cognitive behavioural therapy, trauma-informed practice, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and group offending behaviour programmes.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Formal scheduled learning and teaching activities
Hours: 50
Intended Group Size: 100

Guided independent study
Hours: 250

Further details relating to assessment
In addition to the summative assessments described above, formative assessment will take place in interactive lectures/workshops through the use of group activities and presentations to check the development of understanding with both staff and peer feedback.

Assessment:

001 Virtual prisoner responses; 1,500 words; end of semester 1 30%
002 Report; 3,000 words; end of semester 2 70%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Samantha Walkden
Level - 6
Credit Value - 30
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 6YL

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