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Core Module Information
Module title: Individual Differences 1
SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: PSY07100
Module leader: Judith Okely
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Psychology
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

In this module, you will be introduced to Individual Differences as a core field within Psychology. You will study theories and models that aim to explain how and why individuals are different to each other in areas such as motivation, diversity, and mental health. You will further develop skills in researching psychology, statistical analysis, communication, critical thinking, and other academic skills.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Describe key concepts relating to theories and models covered on the module.

LO2: Identify strengths and limitations of key theories and models covered on the module.

LO3: Explain research methods used to investigate individual differences.

LO4: Apply at least one theory from the module to a practical issue.

LO5: Demonstrate skills in statistical analysis and interpretation.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Ethan Shapiro
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 11 Lectures will introduce the main topics and provide recommendations for further reading
Face To Face Tutorial 10 Tutorials will include small group and whole class discussions, and task-based exercises.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 3 Workshops provide an opportunity to ensure your statistical analysis skills are suitably developed for practical applications within the module.
Online Guided independent study 170 To meet all LOs you are required to undertake both directed and independent scholarly activity (e.g., online literature searches, reading of primary and secondary sources).
Face To Face GROUPIND_STUDY 6 You are responsible for scheduling meetings with your group to work together on the group project.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 10 5 Week 2 HOURS= 15 minutes 15-minute class test on statistical analysis and interpretation.
Report 40 1~2~3~4~5 Week 6 , WORDS= 2,000 The group report is based on a piece of empirical research, undertaken in groups of around 5. Each group will analyse data to answer hypotheses and reach appropriate conclusions.
Essay 50 1~2~3~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 1,500 For this assignment, you will identify research papers, provide a summary and critique of each paper and link the content to key theories and models covered in lectures.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
PSY07100 Individual Differences 1
 

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