Summative assessment
2hr examination (Learning outcomes 1 to 4) 100%

Formative learning
Students will be asked to work in small groups of 2 or 3 to research and present a summary of recent literature relating to one of the disorders covered in the module. This work can then form the basis of an answer to one of the exam questions. Formative verbal feedback will be given by tutor and peers.

There will be an exam workshop where students can work on outline answers to sample questions and receive tutor feedback.

This module will look at a range of developmental disorders such as attention deficit disorder, conduct disorder and autism. The nature and epidemiology of the disorders will be considered. Different theoretical approaches to the aetiology and treatment of such disorders will be explored. These will include biological, genetic, cognitive, social and psychodynamic approaches. The impact of the disorders on family life, relationships and education will be considered along with the implications for future adult life.

Barker P (2000) Basic Child Psychiatry. Wiley
Herbert M (1999) Clinical Child Psychology. Wiley
Mash E.J. & Wolfe D.A. (2002) Abnormal Child Psychology 2nd Edition. Wadsworth

Video equipment

Be registered on any Psychology Award

12 hours lectures
12 hours workshops (which will include debates, video clips, student presentations & exam workshop)
46 hours reading for student presentation
30 hours group/individual work preparing for presentation
50 hours independent reading/exam preparation