Run by School of Human and Behavioural Sciences

30.000 Credits or 15.000 ECTS Credits

Semester 1 & 2

Organiser: Dr Simon Viktor

The International Experience Placement module provides an opportunity for students to extend their understanding of their degree subject area by a period of study or work abroad. The module will also raise students' awareness of cross-cultural and transnational issues as they apply both within and outside their degree subject. It is expected that the module, as part of their degree course, will enhance students’ experience and employment opportunities.

Specifying information for studying abroad: The 30-credit version of the module is normally followed over two semesters: The minimum pass criterion is set by the hosting university and it is the student's responsibility to make sure they are fully aware of the minimum pass criterion set by their hosting university and meet these requirements. A 15-credit version of the module may be awarded to students who do not fully meet the requirements of the 30-credit version of the module. This decision will be made by the relevant academics in the student's home school and the International Education Centre.

A) Learning hours for the 30-credit version of the module: 1200 hours. This equates to a minimum placement of 30 weeks (at 40 hrs/week for 30 and 15-credit versions of the module). B) Learning hours for the 15-credit version of the module: 600 hours. This equates to a minimum placement of 15 weeks (at 40 hrs/week).

Specifying information for working abroad: If you are on a work-based placement will still have to meet a similar attendance criteria to those specified for the 30-credit version of the module: At least 35-40 hours per week in the work-place for the duration of the study abroad period. They will also have to write an essay/report that will be set by the international tutor in psychology (details to be confirmed in your second semester via email). The essay/report will be graded in accordance with the home institution's categorical marking scheme and needs to be submitted electronically via BlackBoard for grading.

excellent

30 and 15-credit versions of the module: To be specified by the hosting institution.

Work-based placement essay/report: The report is logically structured and with threads that create a holistic, coherent whole. It contains detailed and insightful descriptive and critical elements relating to the knowledge acquired by the student. Knowledge directly and indirectly related to the student’s degree subject is described with detailed exploration of the synergies between the various sources of knowledge. There is a well argued, critical analysis of the cultural influences on the interpretation and application of subject-specific knowledge. The report includes substantial content in which the student evaluates the learning experience, both as a retrospective description of the placement experience and as a critical reflection on how the experiences have enhanced understanding of the degree subject area (Grade A; mark range 70-100%).

good

30 and 15-credit versions of the module: To be specified by the hosting institution.

Work-based placement essay/report: The report is logically structured. It contains detailed text, with some critical elements, relating to the knowledge acquired by the student. Knowledge directly and indirectly related to the student’s degree subject is described. There is analysis of the cultural influences on the interpretation and application of subject-specific knowledge but critical evaluation is limited. The report includes substantial content in which the student evaluates the learning experience, mainly as a retrospective description of the placement experience with only some emphasis on how the experiences have enhanced understanding of the degree subject area (Grade B; mark range 60-69%).

threshold

30 and 15-credit versions of the module: To be specified by the hosting institution.

Work-based placement essay/report: There are weaknesses in the way that the report is structured, resulting in repetition and/or lack of clarity. It contains descriptive text relating to the knowledge acquired by the student but with evidence that the descriptions have not been fully developed. Knowledge directly related to the student’s degree subject is described but with little emphasis on any other knowledge acquired. There is only limited analysis of the cultural influences on the interpretation and application of subject-specific knowledge and there is little evidence of critical evaluation. The report includes content in which the student evaluates the learning experience, mainly as a retrospective description of the placement experience with little emphasis on how the experiences have enhanced understanding of the degree subject area (Grade D or C; mark range 40-59%).

1. 1) Have acquired knowledge that will enhance their detailed understanding of their degree subject area (30 and 15-credit versions of the module, at Level 6).

2. 2) Critically evaluate how understanding and application of subject-specific knowledge is influenced by multi-cultural and transnational issues 30 and 15-credit versions of the module, at Level 6).

3. 3) Be able to evaluate their own learning and development experience (30-credit version the module only, at level 6).

Type	Name	Description	Weight
	International Experience Work Placement Assignment (at Level 6)		100.00

		Hours
Private study	30-credit version of the module: 940 Hours approximately (at Level 6). I5-credit version of the module: 470 Hours approximately (at Level 6).	940
Work-based learning	To be specifed by the provider of the work-based study abroad placement (at Level 6).	1200
Tutorial	30-credit version of the module: 260 Hours approximately (at Level 6). I5-credit version of the module: 130 Hours approximately (at Level 6).	260
Lecture	30-credit version of the module: 260 Hours approximately (at Level 6). I5-credit version of the module: 130 Hours approximately (at Level 6).	260

• Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
• Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
• Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
• Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
• Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
• Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
• Inter-personal - Able to question, actively listen, examine given answers and interact sensitevely with others
• Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
• Safety-Consciousness - Having an awareness of your immediate environment, and confidence in adhering to health and safety regulations
• Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
• Teamwork - Able to constructively cooperate with others on a common task, and/or be part of a day-to-day working team
• Caring - Showing concern for others; caring for children, people with disabilities and/or the elderly
• Management - Able to utilise, coordinate and control resources (human, physical and/or financial)
• Argument - Able to put forward, debate and justify an opinion or a course of action, with an individual or in a wider group setting
• Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others
• Leadership - Able to lead and manage, develop action plans and objectives, offer guidance and direction to others, and cope with the related pressures such authority can result in

• Understand the scientific underpinnings of psychology as a discipline.
• Apply multiple perspectives to psychological issues and integrate ideas and findings across the multiple perspectives in psychology.
• Communicate psychological concepts effectively in written form.
• Communicate psychological concepts effectively in oral form.
• Be computer literate for the purpose of processing and disseminating psychological data and information.
• Retrieve and organise information effectively.
• Handle primary source material critically.
• Engage in effective teamwork for the purpose of collaborating on psychological projects.
• Be sensitive and react appropriately to contextual and interpersonal psychological factors.
• Use effectively personal planning and project management skills.
• Work effectively under pressure (time pressure, limited resources, etc) as independent and pragmatic learners.
• Problem-solve by clarifying questions, considering alternative solutions, making critical judgements, and evaluating outcomes.
• Reason scientifically and demonstrate the relationship between theory and evidence.
• Understand and investigate the role of brain function in all human behaviour and experience.
• Carry out empirical studies by operationalizing research questions, generating hypotheses, collecting data using a variety of methods, analysing data using quantitative and/or qualitative methods, and present and evaluate research findings (under appropriate supervision).
• Comprehend and use psychological data effectively, demonstrating a systematic knowledge of the application and limitations of various research paradigms and techniques.
• Use a range of statistical methods with confidence.
• Employ evidence-based reasoning and examine practical, theoretical and ethical issues associated with the use of different methodologies, paradigms and methods of analysis in psychology.
• Use a variety of psychological tools, including specialist software, laboratory equipment and psychometric instruments.
• Be aware of ethical principles and approval procedures.

Resource implications for students

It is expected that costs directly associated with the placement will be covered by funding arranged through the University or as otherwise defined in the agreement between the University and the Host Institution. Students will be responsible for any additional costs, e.g. for activities that are not part of the agreement between the University and the Host Institutions, and for arranging insurance cover for these activities.

Reading list

Provided by the ‘Host Institutions’.

Compulsory in courses:

• 8X44: BSc Psychology with Clinical & Health Psychology (Int Exp) year 3 (BSC/PHSIE)
• C804: BSc Psychology (with International Experience) year 3 (BSC/PIE)
• C809: BSc Psychology with Neuropsy (with International Experience) year 3 (BSC/PSYNIE)