Coursework 1: A critical review of literature on the development of the biopsychosocial model

Coursework 1

Coursework 2: Case study report requiring application of theories and models in health psychology to a choice of given case studies

Coursework 2

The causes of illness and disease are varied and complex, and understanding health requires the expertise of a wide array of health professionals including doctors, nurses, midwifes, dietitians, epidemiologists and, of course, psychologists. This module develops students’ knowledge and understanding of health psychology, one of the newest and most rapidly expanding fields of modern psychology. The module will explore psychological theory, as it relates to health and health care. In general, health psychologists work in two areas. Firstly, conducting research aimed towards understanding, explaining, developing and testing theory; secondly, by putting theory into practice and evaluating outcomes. In this module students will explore both aspects of health psychology. They will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to one of a choice of case studies provided to them.

Health Psychology - 7501PSYSCI

Health Psychology

Critically discuss the role of biological, psychological, social and economic factors in the enhancement of health and/or the development and maintenance of illness.

Delineate the major features of current theories and approaches in health psychology with reference to related disciplines.

Select appropriate theories/models in health psychology and apply these to a given case study to improve health

Critically evaluate the literature in the area of applied health psychology

Critically evaluate a variety of research methodologies utilized in the field of health psychology