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PY3FPT-Forensic Psychology: Theory and Practice
Module Provider: Psychology
Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
Level:6
Terms in which taught: Autumn term module
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Current from: 2020/1
Email: J.E.Freeman@reading.ac.uk
Type of module:
Summary module description:
ÌýPY3FPT: Forensic Psychology: Theory and Practice
Aims:
The aims of this module are: to give students an understanding of some of the main theories of the aetiology of offending behaviour; to challenge students to consider the link between trauma and offending behaviour; to explore some of the main models of treatment, risk assessment and management; and to develop an understanding of some of the many ethical issues inherent in the work with forensic populations.Ìý
Assessable learning outcomes:
1.ÌýÌý ÌýAppraise key theoretical explanations for offending behaviour with critical reference to the literature
2.ÌýÌý ÌýCritically evaluate key models of treatment, with critical reference to the literature.
3.ÌýÌý ÌýAppraise key models of risk assessment, with critical reference to the literature.
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Additional outcomes:
1.ÌýÌý ÌýAnalytical skills: sourcing relevant information, evaluating, critiquing, decision making, problem solving
2.ÌýÌý ÌýCommunication skills: verbal and written
3.ÌýÌý ÌýOrganisational skills: planning, prioritising, storing & using information
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Outline content:
This module contains seven two hour seminars. ÌýThe module will introduce you to different theories pertaining to the possible aetiology of offending behaviour and what factors may maintain this behaviour. ÌýIt will explore current models of treatment, risk assessment and risk management and the ethical issues pertaining to work with forensic clients. ÌýThe module will aim to provide an opportunity to apply theory to examples of applied forensic tasks.
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
The module will use a combination of lectures, interactive activities, student presentations and both small and large group discussion to explore issues relevant to working as a forensic psychologist. At intervals through the module, students may be required to undertake reading and preparation in advance of the seminar and engage with team-based discussion and problem solving activities.
Ìý | Autumn | Spring | Summer |
Seminars | 14 | 1 | |
Guided independent study: | 85 | ||
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Total hours by term | 99 | 0 | 1 |
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Total hours for module | 100 |
Method | Percentage |
Written exam | 75 |
Written assignment including essay | 25 |
Summative assessment- Examinations:
A 1.5-hour Summer Exam (75%) will require students to answer 1 essay question on topics covered in the moduleÌý
Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
The coursework is a written report of 2000 words (25%). Ìý
Formative assessment methods:
Students have the opportunity to provide the module convenor with up to two essay plans for comment and feedback in preparation for the exam.Ìý
Penalties for late submission:
The Module Convenor will apply the following penalties for work submitted late:
- where the piece of work is submitted after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for that piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day[1] (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
- where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
Assessment requirements for a pass:
A mark of 40% overallÌý
Reassessment arrangements:
Reassessment is by re-examination in August/September
Additional Costs (specified where applicable):
Last updated: 7 April 2020
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