SHE level 11 SCQF credit points 15 ECTS credit points 7.5 Module code MMC825484 Module Leader Stella Bain School School of Health and Life Sciences Subject Psychology Trimester A (September start)
Summary of content This module is concerned with providing an introductory framework for the operation of the criminal and civil justice systems of Scotland, England and Wales and highlighting the contributions psychology can make to understanding the behaviour and decision-making of key parties. Developments in psychological practice, including exercise of the expert witness role, are also considered. The impact of international legislation, practice and legal processes upon the work of forensic psychologists is also discussed.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward The topics covered in the lectures will address issues of current relevance in relation to the following areas:
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward This module introduces students to key principles and legal frame works relating to the criminal and civil law. The focus will be on the specific application of law in Scotland, but English and Welsh legal and practice frameworks will also be discussed along with reference to European and international jurisdictions. One of the key features of this module is the close collaboration between psychology and law staff which allows students a unique insight into the different perspectives of these two professions.
Indicative reading arrow_forward Transferrable skills arrow_forward Transferable skills include many outlined by the GCU Common Good Attributes and those specified by the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. These include, but are not limited to:
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 11 Tutorials 0 Practicals 5.5 Seminars 5.5 Independent Learning 102 Assessment 26 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 0 100 50 Essay 4000 words
