Course
Health psychology (BPS220)
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Fakta
Emnekode
BPS220
Vekting (stp)
10
Semester undervisningsstart
Autumn
Undervisningsspråk
English, Norwegian
Antall semestre
1
Vurderingssemester
Autumn
Content
Learning outcome
Knowledge
On successful completion of this course, students will
- have knowledge of fundamental theories, methods, and models concerning the overlap between psychology and somatic medicine
- understand how diseases and related pathophysiology interact with psychological and behavioral factors
- have knowledge of basic features of health psychology working methods, with particular emphasis on various biopsychosocial factors
- have knowledge of the main features of health-promoting methodologies
- have knowledge of the relative strengths and weaknesses of different health-promoting measures at the community level
Skills
On successful completion of this course, students will
- be able to discuss interventions that are aimed at the overlap between psychology and somatic medicine and how these can be applied in working life
- be able to explain stress theory, chronic illness, social support, and quality of life
- be able to explain the significance of psychological and social factors for health, well-being, and illness
- be able to discuss the main theories for the prevention of health problems and the main features of health-promoting methodologies
General competencies
On successful completion of this course, students will
- be able to explain fundamental concepts and theories within the field of health psychology
- be able to critically reflect on health and unhealthiness/ill health
Forkunnskapskrav
Anbefalte forkunnskaper
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folder evaluation | 1/1 | 1 Semesters | Letter grades | All |
Portfolio assessment consisting of two written assignments. The grade is based on the assessment of the portfolio as a whole. Scope: approx. 1000 words (+/-10%) per assignment not including table of contents, source references and bibliography. Referencing and citation style: APA 7th. The topic of the assignment will be defined by the course coordinator. A detailed activity plan will be provided by the course coordinator at the start of the teaching.
Students who do not pass the ordinary examination can submit a revised version of the portfolio when taking a re-sit examination. Students who fail the re-sit or re-scheduled examination must take the course examination together with the subsequent year group, and follow the teaching and examination arrangements that apply to this year group.
Vilkår for å gå opp til eksamen/vurdering
All of the compulsory activities must be approved in order for the student to be eligible for examination. Approval/non-approval of compulsory activities is announced on Studentweb, normally no later than 7 days before the examination. Students who lack approval of one or more compulsory activities will be withdrawn from the examination.
Compulsary activities:
- Seminars: Preparation for, attendance and participation in 5 seminars. If more than 50% attendance is achieved, the student may be evaluated individually at the course leader's discretion. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that attendance requirements are met.
- Written assignment: Written exercise/submission (one or partial submissions). A detailed activity plan will be provided by the course supervisor at the start of the lesson. Rated as approved/not approved.
Fagperson(er)
Course teacher:
Liss Gøril Anda-ÅgotnesStudy Program Director:
Muriel Marisa Katharina BruchhageCourse coordinator:
Bianka Anna KarshikoffMethod of work
The teaching consists of lectures, practice visits and seminars.
- Students are expected to prepare for lectures by reading relevant literature. The recommended reading is indicated in the lecture plan.
- In seminars, the different theoretical topics and methods are presented using a variety of different learning activities.