Foundations in Health Psychology (C8501B)
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Foundations in Health Psychology and Research Methods
Module C8501B
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Full Module Description
This module provides students with foundational knowledge and understanding of Health Psychology by considering how psychological and other factors can influence physical health and illness. Students will also learn about and develop key skills in psychological research methods and apply these to content learned within the module.
Module Outline
This module provides students with foundational knowledge and understanding of Health Psychology by considering how psychological and other factors can influence physical health and illness. Students will also learn about and develop key skills in psychological research methods and apply these to content learned within the module.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of theory and research evidence relating to Health Psychology
Critically evaluate theory and research evidence relating to Health Psychology
Apply knowledge and understanding of analysing data relating to Health Psychology
Communicate ideas pertaining to Health Psychology clearly, within the framework of academic writing conventions appropriate to foundation year study
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Computer Based Exam | T2 Week 11 (20 minutes) | 30.00% |
| Report | A2 Week 1 | 70.00% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 111111111110 |
| Spring Semester | ONLINE LECTURE | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 111011011010 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 000100100100 |
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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