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Core Module Information
Module title: Forensic Psychology 1
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: PSY09113
Module leader: Alex McIntyre
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:

This module explores core psychological theories within forensic contexts of eyewitness memory, witness management, forensic interviewing, decision making and psychological competence. You will review and apply theory and evidence to current criminal justice concerns and reflect upon ethical concerns and professional values in relation to forensic practice. You will demonstrate understanding of key themes in forensic psychology using a range of evidence and resources.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse core psychological theories in a forensic context.

LO2: Apply psychological theory and evidence to a current criminal justice concern

LO3: Reflect upon ethical concerns and professional values in relation to forensic practice

LO4: Demonstrate understanding of key themes in forensic psychology using a suitable range of evidence and resources
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, 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: Alex McIntyre
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 Lectures cover all topics and are delivered in person at Sighthill. Lecture slides are provided in advance and lecture recordings are uploaded to Moodle.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 12 Workshops combine tutorial discussion with practical group work to explore key themes in forensic psychology. You will analyse, evaluate, and apply psychological theory to current issues in criminal justice.
Online Guided independent study 168 Guided independent study - you will work independently to research and study key themes in applied forensic psychology
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 50 1~2~3~4 Week 13 , WORDS= 1500 words You will research psychological evidence and criminal justice policy to provide a critical analysis and conclusions in relation to a key issue in forensic psychology
Report 40 1~2~3~4 Week 8 , WORDS= 5 Pages You will explore and evaluate forensic psychology evidence in relation to a current concern in forensic psychology to present a policy document with guidance and recommendations
Reflective Log 10 1~2~3~4 Not Yet Determi , WORDS= 600 words You will reflect on your learning and wider implications for criminal justice practice in relation to each workshop topic. Submission of four reflective summaries required to receive grade.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
PSY 09113 Forensic Psychology 1
 

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