Course info

In this module we will provide an integrative overview of the field of psychopathology. The first lecture will introduce the module and conceptions of Psychopathology. Subsequent lectures will focus on different psychopathologies, including trauma- and stress-related disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, schizophrenia, personality disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Module aims

This module aims to provide significant understanding of the potential interplay between biological, psychological, social and environmental factors in explaining psychopathology. This will include providing knowledge about features of different psychopathologies, and their classification.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this module will be able to:

1. Show knowledge and understanding of the basis of the study of psychopathology and the diagnostic criteria for different disorders.

2. Critically evaluate the relative strengths of a range of theories and techniques used in the study of individual differences and psychopathology.

3. Compare and contrast different psychological disorders at different levels (e.g., genetic, neuroscientific, behavioural and social).

For all students the module is assessed by:

Description of unit of assessment	Length / Duration	Submission date	Weighting	Learning outcomes
Coursework test	60 minutes (1 hour)	October 2024 (week 5) Tuesday 29th October 12pm in IT Lab L*	30%	1,2,3
Exam	120 minutes (2 hours)	January 2024 (week 15/16)	70%	1,2,3

* unless otherwise indicated in your timetable (e.g., individual arrangements for SENs)

Coursework test: This paper will be an in-person open book (restricted) computerised (Moodle) exam with a 1-hour time limit. Open book (restricted) means that you will be permitted to take a limited amount of study notes with you into the exam (no textbooks / other published materials or electronic devices). The paper will consist of several questions that require brief answers to lecture material-based questions (topics discussed in lectures 1-3).

Exam: This paper will be an in-person open book (restricted) computerised (Moodle) exam with a 2-hour time limit. Open book (restricted) means that you will be permitted to take a limited amount of study notes with you into the exam (no textbooks / other published materials or electronic devices). The paper will consist of several questions that require brief answers to lecture material-based questions (topics discussed in lectures 4-10).