Dual Award Programme 2015/16

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1 Dual Award Programme 2015/16 Sheffield Hallam degree: BSc (Hons) Psychological Studies TAR UC degree: Bachelor of Social Science (Hons) in

2 Become a global graduate with a dual award degree. Open up a world of career opportunities with the TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam dual award programme. We have worked with TAR UC to develop a new range of dual award programmes which will enable you to graduate with a Sheffield Hallam degree and a TAR UC degree. A degree from one of the UK s largest universities will be recognised by your future employers all over the world. Ten reasons to choose our dual award programme 1. You will study psychology in a large department with over 30 highly qualified academic staff who are experts in fields such as forensic or consumer psychology and counselling. Our enthusiastic academics integrate their internationally renowned research into lectures, tutorials and workshops. This will enable you to develop technical knowledge, skills and attributes in different areas of psychology. 2. Some UK workshops may take place in our psychology laboratory facilities, which include eye-tracking, electroencephalography and neurofeedback. You will also have access to our subject-specific resources, which includes a wide range of psychological and neuropsychological questionnaires and test batteries that may be used for psychology research project or lab work. 3. Within the UK degree course content there is an emphasis on the applied nature of psychology and how study in psychology is relevant to a wide range of career choices. Lecturers will present case studies and share with you their experiences of how different fields of psychological study are applied in in the real-world. 4. By opting to study the dual award degree, you are showing future employers that you have the commitment and drive to go the extra mile for your personal and career development. 5. You will be supported from application to graduation and beyond throughout the dual award programme. You will be provided with a list of staff who you can get in touch with at any time, whenever you need further advice or support. 6. Take advantage of the opportunity to live and study in Sheffield for three months where you will experience British culture and visit cities all over the UK. 7. The dual award degree is a cost effective way to gain a UK degree as part of your studies at TAR UC. 8. Choosing the dual award degree will expand your knowledge and career opportunities without extending the duration of your course at TAR UC. 9. You will benefit from our decades of experience as we ve supported more than 10,000 Malaysian students through their degrees. 10. As a Sheffield Hallam graduate, you ll be eligible for a discount on postgraduate study in Sheffield and you will be a valued part of our global alumni community for life.

3 Study at one of the UK s most popular universities Sheffield Hallam is the best modern university in the north of England (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015). By choosing to study the dual award degree, you will join one of the most popular and diverse student communities in the UK, with over 34,000 students from more than 100 countries. You will study in the Department of, Sociology and Politics, where staff has been teaching psychology courses since Many of our psychology courses benefit from professional accreditation from organisations including the British Psychological Society, the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Council. We offer degrees which can lead onto professional training, conversion courses, postgraduate awards and research degrees. The department prides itself on the applied nature of its courses where it uses its links to local industries, government and charitable organisations to enhance the employability of its graduates. Academic staff with industry experience You will be taught by Sheffield Hallam academics with internationally recognised qualifications and vast teaching experience. They integrate their internationally renowned research into lectures, seminars and tutorials to ensure that your learning is up-to-date and relevant. Staff have strong links with local, national and international practices and will share their experiences with you in the classroom. Manchester Liverpool Birmingham Cardiff Bristol Newcastle Durham Leeds Doncaster Sheffield Nottingham Luton London Preparing you for an international career The dual degree will give you the skills needed to complete professional training in clinical psychology, educational psychology, occupational psychology, health psychology, forensic psychology and counselling psychology. This course will increase the career opportunities available to you as you will be able to work for a wide range of organisations in Asia and Europe. You could also enter related careers in areas such as local government, industry and commerce, education, careers and counselling, legal and advice work, social work, social research, human resources and marketing. Sheffield Hallam graduates have developed very successful careers in both the private and public sectors. Employers include multinational corporations such as Adelphi group and Asian Sourcing Link.. During your studies in the UK and for three years after you graduate, you can access our Careers and Employability Centre. Our specialist advisers run workshops on CV writing skills, interview techniques and give you access to a huge database of jobs in the UK and all over the world. As a Sheffield Hallam graduate, you will be eligible for a discount on postgraduate study in Sheffield. For more information, visit shu.ac.uk/careers Three months study and cultural experience in one of the UK s most student friendly cities Sheffield is one of the safest and most affordable cities in the country. It is the study destination of choice for more than 50,000 students because it s a vibrant and friendly city. It is located in the centre of the UK so it is easy to travel to other cities and is only one hour from Manchester and two hours from London by train. Our dedicated International Student Support Team is ranked number one in the UK (for student satisfaction in the Student Barometer, autumn 2013) and provides a range of support services for our international students. They can answer any questions before you travel to Sheffield and when you arrive at our Meet and Greet Desk. They also arrange a special programme of events and activities to other cities and sights of interest, including York, the Peak District, Whitby (seaside) and Manchester United Football Club. For more information, visit shu.ac.uk/internationalsupport

4 Access to industry-standard facilities and resources During your time in Sheffield you will gain access to all of the facilities and resources available to Sheffield Hallam students. is located in a new, 27 million Heart of the Campus building, which opened in September 2014 and was designed to house our specialist teaching and research facilities which include an observation suite, an eye-tracking laboratory, a BioPac laboratory, a low-level vision laboratory, a food laboratory and electroencephalography (EEG) equipment. The University has a learning centre at each campus which is open 24 hours, 365 days a year. The learning centre has more than 1,000 computers and access to more than 500,000 books and 4 million journal articles. Among the library resources are an extensive range of psychology book and ebooks, journals. The psychology department also provides a technical resources facility where students can borrow technical equipment, such as AV recording devices, or specialist equipment needed for psychological study, such as CANTAB and other psychological testing inventories and questionnaires. Innovative teaching and assessment Our innovative teaching, learning and assessment techniques will help you develop your communication, organisation, presentation, time management and group work skills which are required in the workplace. The course uses a mix of traditional and innovative teaching methods which include laboratory work, workshops, lectures, and seminars which will help you prepare for your assessments. During these sessions you will put your learning into practice by taking part in activities such as group discussions, presentations, examinations of case studies and psychological experiments. The type of assessments you will undertake will vary by module and could include coursework, research projects, oral presentations, timed examinations, online assessments and laboratory or professional reports Throughout your studies you will have access to a dedicated virtual learning environment which has been ranked in the top three in the world (Student Barometer, autumn 2013). You will be able to access student support material and information relating to each module studied and communicate with your tutor and other members of your course. In addition to this, you will have continued access to drop-in study sessions and one-to-one help with essay writing as well as English language support. You will be supported throughout your dual degree by a number of staff, both at TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam. You will be able to contact them any time with any queries you have. The course leader They will work closely with you in Malaysia and Sheffield. They can provide you with support and advice about your course. The Student Services team They will provide you with advice and support on a wide range of issues such as University rules and regulations, helping you to plan and manage your workload and any personal worries. The module leaders They will be able to provide academic advice about each specific module and will provide feedback on your assignments. During your first session, you will be given details on how to contact them. Kevin TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam graduate The lessons are very engaging. Not only do the lecturers explain the theories, they also share practical work experience that reflects industry standards.

5 Dual award degree structure TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam have designed the dual award degree to ensure all the modules provide the content required to successfully complete the assignments and dual award. You will study both TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam modules. This will not extend the duration of your course. Sheffield Hallam modules will be delivered at TAR UC and in your final year you will attend a three month study period in Sheffield. Here is an overview of the course structure. Adeline TAR UC and Sheffield Hallam graduate Sheffield Hallam delivered modules incorporate and build upon the learning outcomes of the TAR UC delivered modules Sheffield Hallam delivered modules TAR UC delivered modules Year 2 Research Methods in To incorporate learning from Research Methods in Forensic Statistical Techniques I Theories of Personality Statistical Techniques II Health Cognitive Critical Thinking Professional and Research ethics in Year 3 Project Design & Psychometrics To replace Project I Testing & Measurement Brain & Behaviour To replace Physiological Atypical Child Development To replace Disorders of Childhood & Adolescence Project II Positive OR Educational Industrial Training OR Communications skills in the workplace & Work and Organisations My time at Sheffield Hallam has trained me to be more independent and has improved my planning, communication, organisation and time management skills.

6 Sheffield Hallam module descriptions The chart below provides a summary of what you will learn on the Sheffield Hallam modules. The modules are designed in collaboration with TAR UC to complement your studies and provide an international perspective on your chosen subject area. Module Year studied and location Module description Research Methods in Year 2 TAR UC, Malaysia Forensic Year 2 TAR UC, Malaysia Project Design & Psychometrics Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK Brain & Behaviour Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK Atypical Child Development Year 3 Sheffield Hallam, UK You will acquire knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods including experiments, surveys and action research designs. You will learn to formulate research questions, using this knowledge of methods and design. The contents of this module maps onto the BPS core curriculum area of Research Methods. You will learn how psychological theory and research are applied in forensic settings. The application of forensic psychology and practice is compared across different countries, providing an international perspective on the discipline. You will gain a comprehensive introduction to the field of psychological measurement and will explore how various psychological attributes and competences are assessed. You will be required to formulate the first stages of their own research project and teaching on psychometrics will feed into the design of this. You will be introduced to the fundamental concepts the fields of biopsychology, neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. You will explore the intimate links between brain physiology and behaviour, looking at both clinical and research techniques. You will gain insight in how psychologists research and measure this relationship through practical lab based workshops using eye tracking and physiological measure and/or cognitive testing batteries. You will have the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of atypical development in children, with particular focus on the causal mechanisms and intervention approaches involved. You will explore how (1) negative experiences can impact on development, resulting in disorders of childhood and adolescence and (2) disorders with a genetic and biological basis impact on psychological development. The Sheffield Hallam Course Leader is Dr Lynne Spackman. If you would like more information about the course, please l.spackman@shu.ac.uk For admissions and general enquiries, please visit

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