| Module Code: |
H7PSYPATH |
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Long Title
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Psychopathology
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Title
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Psychopathology
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| Module Level: |
LEVEL 7 |
| EQF Level: |
6 |
| EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
| Module Coordinator: |
Caoimhe Hannigan |
| Module Author: |
Amanda Kracen |
| Departments: |
School of Business
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| Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
Leecturer with PhD of PsyD in Psychology or related cognate dicipline; ideally with research and/or clinical experience in psychopathology.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of major psychological disorders and the main theoretical perspectives of how we conceptualise psychopathology. |
| LO2 |
Critically evaluate assumptions underlying definitions of abnormality/disorder, as well as the current psychiatric taxonomies of mental health disorders. |
| LO3 |
Discuss the causes, treatments, and common outcomes of common psychopathologies. |
| LO4 |
Gain increased awareness of the lived-experience of people who live, manage and thrive with psychological disorders. |
| LO5 |
Apply current research findings to evaluate macro-social-cultural influences that affect mental health disparities among groups and communities. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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| No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
| Entry requirements |
There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
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Module Content & Assessment
| Indicative Content |
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Representative lecture topics include:
• Introduction to Psychopathology
• Models of Psychopathology, including cultural considerations
• Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment
• Mood Disorders
• Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
• Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
• Personality Disorders
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 35.00% |
| End of Module Assessment | 65.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
| Coursework |
| Assessment Type: |
Continuous Assessment |
% of total: |
35 |
| Assessment Date: |
Week 10 |
Outcome addressed: |
1,3,4,5 |
| Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description:
Students will read a memoir of author’s lived experiences with psychopathology. Then they will complete a worksheet of reflective questions and take part in a “book club” to discuss their learning and reflections in small groups with classmates. |
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| End of Module Assessment |
| Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
65 |
| Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4,5 |
| Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description:
Students will take an exam covering any concept from class. The exam will be mostly MCQ, but may also include short answer and short essay questions. |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat failed items
The student must repeat any item failed
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Reassessment Description
Students who fail the module overall must repeat any failed, missed or deferred assessment to adequately demonstrate their learning.
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Lecture |
Classroom and demonstrations |
24 |
Per Semester |
2.00 |
| Tutorial |
Mentoring and small-group tutoring |
24 |
Per Semester |
2.00 |
| Tutorial |
Independent learning |
202 |
Per Semester |
16.83 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
20.83 |
Module Resources
| Recommended Book Resources |
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Bridley, A. & Daffin, L.W.. (2021), Abnormal Psychology., (2.nd Ed, version 2.05).. Open Source.
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Lee, A., & Irwin, R.. (2018), Psychopathology: A Social Neuropsychological Perspective, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press..
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Kring, A. & Johnson, S.. (2018), Abnormal Psychology: The Science and Treatment of Psychological Disorders., Wiley.
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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