Programme Code BAHPSYCH
Programme Duration 3
Programme Level 8
 
EQF Level 6
 
EHEA Level First Cycle
Programme Credits 180
Semester Duration 0 Week(s)
Language of Instruction English
CAO Code; QQI Progamme Code etc
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Programme Extra Information The part-time version of this programme runs over 4 calendar years.
 

Programme Outcomes

On successful completion of this programme the learner will be able to :

Description
Demonstrate an understanding of the core theories, concepts and methods which underpin the discipline of psychology.
Communicate a comprehensive knowledge of diverse theories and research findings across a range of psychological subjects and specialisms.
Demonstrate mastery in psychological research skills including systematic research design and statistical analysis.
Evaluate theoretical and empirical work in order to formulate judgements and draw conclusions in various domains in psychology.
Apply relevant professional and ethical standards in the planning, execution and dissemination of research.
Demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a team environment and take accountability for decisions.
Exercise personal responsibility in adapting knowledge and skills acquired to address novel research questions and problems in varying contexts.
Articulate the role of psychology plays in a range of applied and interdisciplinary settings.

Semester Schedules

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H6AIHP Applied Introduction and History of Psychology
H6IRM Introduction to Research Methods
H6SPS Social Psychology

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H6CPS Cognitive Psychology
H6INSTAT Introduction To Statistics
H6LDE Lifespan Development

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H7APSTAT Applied Statistics
H7BBB Biological Basis of Behaviour
H7PID Personality and Intelligence

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H7ARMTH Applied Research Methods
H8COPSY Coaching psychology
H7PLAB Psychology Labs
H8LT Psychology of Learning and Behaviour Analysis

Stage 3 / Semester 1
Group Elective 1A
Module Code Title
H8APDVPSY Applied Developmental Psychology
H8CRPSY Criminal Psychology
H8EVPSY Evolutionary and Cross-Cultural Psychology
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H8PSYPR Final Project
H8PSYPR Final Project
H8HPSY Health Psychology
Group Elective 1A
Module Code Title
H8PTHNK Psychology of Thinking

Stage 3 / Semester 2
Core Subject
Module Code Title
H8ABNPSY Abnormal Psychology
Group Elective 1B
Module Code Title
H8CIRM Contemporary Issues in Reward Management
H8CIRM Contemporary Issues in Reward Management
Group Elective 1A
Module Code Title
H8CNEU Contemporary Neuroscience
H8CYPSY Cyberpsychology
Group Elective 1B
Module Code Title
H8EP Entrepreneurship
H8ESR Ethics and Social Responsibility
H8FMTE Financial Management Tools for the Enterprise
H8IHR International Human Resource Management
H8ORGDEV Organisational Development
H8PM Project Management
H8PRS Public Relations and Social Media
Group Elective 1A
Module Code Title
H8WRPSY Workplace Psychology