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EXTERNAL WORK PLACEMENT

Module code: PS293
Credits: 30
Semester: 2
Department: PSYCHOLOGY
International:
Coordinator: Prof. Richard Roche (PSYCHOLOGY)

	Overview
	Content will vary depending on the specific placement in which the student is involved. However it is expected that this will include the following core components:Experiencing real-world applications of psychology and psychological principles in a professional setting; Making the connection between the academic study of psychology and its applications; Developing a range of professional and inter-personal skills required for working in an organisation; Reflecting on personal and professional development throughout the placement experience. Objective: To expose students to real-world applications of psychological principles in an external setting so that they can better appreciate the link between psychological theory and practice in a range of organisational and community contexts .

Overview

Content will vary depending on the specific placement in which the student is involved. However it is expected that this will include the following core components:Experiencing real-world applications of psychology and psychological principles in a professional setting; Making the connection between the academic study of psychology and its applications; Developing a range of professional and inter-personal skills required for working in an organisation; Reflecting on personal and professional development throughout the placement experience.

Objective: To expose students to real-world applications of psychological principles in an external setting so that they can better appreciate the link between psychological theory and practice in a range of organisational and community contexts .

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Critically evaluate the role of psychological principles in real-world applications. Appreciate the connection between fundamental knowledge in psychology and its application in the community. Reflect on the roles of individuals and teams in applying psychology. Document and reflect on the professional and inter-personal skills developed throughout the placement Produce both written and oral evaluations of the placement experience.

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? No

	Pre-Requisites
	PS250, PS251, PS253, PS254, PS256, PS257, PS258, PS259, PS260, PS261.

	Co-Requisites
	PS291

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the Psychology Department.