BSc (Hons) Clinical and Community Psychology Bachelor's degree at East London

The module aims to support you in your transition to degree-level study of psychology, introducing you to new ways of thinking that have psychology at the core. You will learn about psychological principles that have value in everyday life and learning. You will be supported in the development of critical thinking skills, prized by graduate employers, distinguishing you from other psychology graduates in your future career. In addition, you will learn how to present psychological concepts to mem

The main aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the core fields of Social and Biological Psychology and Individual Differences. It will give you a foundation for understanding and evaluating these approaches within the discipline of psychology and an understanding of historical, social and cultural influences. You will also develop a knowledge of relevant key concepts and theories, providing a grounding for level 5 study of applied topics in these fields.

In this cognitive and developmental psychology module, we explore the mechanisms that process information about the world (such as perception, memory, and attention) and by which we develop our responses to it (e.g., by thinking, communicating, and shaping behaviour by our learning). In doing so, this module introduces core topics in cognitive psychology (which seeks to scientifically model how the mind functions) and developmental psychology (which seeks to understand change through the lifespa

The aim of this Psychology in Applied Contexts module is to introduce you to the ways in which psychology is used in professional roles and graduate-level employment. Module content will include an introduction to the core professional division of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and, beyond this, to the diverse ways in which psychology is used within 'real-world' settings, including well-established and emerging career opportunities. The module will provide a foundation for understanding

This module aims to introduce you to key approaches to research in psychology, including research design, data analysis, evaluating and writing up research. This module will focus on research methods appropriate to questions relating to smaller sample sizes.

This module aims to introduce you to key approaches to research in psychology, including research design, data analysis, evaluating and writing up research. This module will focus on research methods appropriate to questions relating to larger sample sizes.

This module has three principal aims: (i) to develop a critical and historical awareness of theories of, and issues relating to, individual differences (ii) to instil an understanding of, and foster respect for, diversity; (iii) to encourage you to be insightful and reflective about your own and others' behaviour and mental processes. An ongoing theme of the module will be to consider the implications of the knowledge imparted for real-life events and the development of professional practice. Th

This module is an essential component of any comprehensive psychology degree programme. The module aims to build on material delivered in the level 4 research method modules and provide preparation for the independent research project at level 6 of your psychology programme. The module will: present more advanced statistical methods used to analyse quantitative data from designs with one and more than one IV/factor; ensure awareness of a range of experimental and non-experimental quantitative de

The module builds on your learning at level 4 and explores a range of current issues and topics in cognitive and developmental psychology in greater depth. You will learn about appropriate ways to analyse and interpret findings in these core areas of psychology. The module aims to encourage a more evaluative and analytical approach than at level 4 coverage of these areas of psychology.

The module will build upon knowledge of the psychobiology and social psychological approaches that were introduced at Level 4. The aim of the module is to develop your knowledge and critical awareness of these major theoretical perspectives for understanding human behaviour. Current issues as well as historical debates in these two areas will be explored. Considerable focus will be placed on the real-world application and utility of theories falling within each approach.

The module is designed to further develop your awareness of the range of careers, work and volunteering opportunities open to psychology graduates and to support your engagement with personal and professional development strategies. Based on a short period of work experience, arranged by you and completed as part of the module's student learning time, you will be able to learn about organisations and make use of networking opportunities. You will have an opportunity to integrate psychological th

This module will introduce you to key concepts in both Clinical Psychology and Community Psychology.

The aim of this module is: To improve your awareness of the issues involved in the formulation, execution and reporting of psychological research and theory. To facilitate the application of your skills and psychological knowledge to conduct and report an independent piece of empirical research.

This module offers an immersive experience in the theory and practice of evaluation within clinical and community settings. Students gain a solid understanding of evaluation research, including its foundations, principles, and values, while exploring the field of clinical and community psychology. They develop both generic evaluation skills and specific research techniques, with a focus on addressing psycho-social issues in various community and healthcare settings. The highlight of the module i

The module aims: to explore the effects of both recreational and dependent (illicit and non-illicit) psychoactive drugs on the brain and behaviour; to look at the types of addictive behaviours (both drug and non-drug) there are; and the theories/models accounting for different addictive behaviours and potential treatments available for some of these addictive behaviours.

The module aims to educate you on the complexity of behaviour that is considered criminological and to examine psychological theory and research concerning different types of offending behaviour. You will develop an appreciation of the role that psychologists can play in rehabilitation and desistance from offending behaviour.

The module describes and evaluates biopsychosocial approaches to health and illness. It examines social and psychological processes which contribute to the occurrence of various physical health outcomes and to the maintenance of health. It discusses the role of psychosocial processes in the experience and progression of health and illness. Specifically, it examines biopsychosocial precursors and consequences which are identifiable empirically in the aetiology and progression of a variety of heal

This module will provide you with an opportunity to examine and evaluate in-depth key and current methods and findings in developmental psychology. The aim is to investigate the main factors that shape development in a variety of domains (social, emotional, cognitive) and across ages, in a manner that will help you to develop the skills to critically analyse research in this area. The module will also allow you to consolidate and explore in more depth some of the concepts previously introduced a

This module aims to introduce you to the main concepts and theories in research on preference choices, risk perception and communication, and judgement and decision-making. You will be able to describe and evaluate research findings on how people assess risks (major hazards, terrorism etc.) and which psychological factors determine the choices and preferences made by individuals and experts.

The aims of this psychology module are to assist you in developing; your skills and competencies in critical thinking and the evaluation of information; your ability to understand behaviours motivated by different values and different cultural perspectives; and your ability to understand the causes of beliefs which they do not themselves ascribe to. You will explore the various factors (e.g., social, developmental, cognitive, cultural, and biopsychological) that contribute to unsubstantiated bel

This module will aim to explore and critically evaluate approaches to emotion