PYMSA3-Study Abroad

Module Provider: Psychology
Number of credits: 30 [15 ECTS credits]
Level:7
Terms in which taught: Autumn term module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites: Only available to Part 4 MSci Psychology students
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded:
Current from: 2022/3

Module Convenor: Dr Dan Jones
Email: dan.jones@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:
Study Abroad for MSci part 4 students only.

Aims:
This module aims to enable students to study for a term or semester in a University in the United States, Canada, Australia or Europe.

Assessable learning outcomes:
These will be in accordance with the host institution.

Additional outcomes:
By the end of the module it is expected that the student will have studied a number of courses in a Psychology Department in their chosen host university. Students will have the opportunity to broaden their education through studying abroad and experiencing the life and culture of another country.

Outline content:

Students will choose from the range of courses offered by the host institutions. These courses will amount to the equivalent of 30 credits from the University of Reading.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Arrangements in accordance with those of the host institution.

Summative assessment- Examinations:

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:
Assessment will be in accordance with the requirements of the host university and may consist of coursework, reports and/or examinations.

Formative assessment methods:

Penalties for late submission:

In accordance with the standard arrangements at the host university.

Assessment requirements for a pass:

Reassessment arrangements:

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

1. Required text books: None


2. Specialist equipment or materials: None


3. Specialist clothing, footwear or headgear: None


4. Printing and binding: None


5. Computers and devices with a particular specification: None


6. Travel, accommodation and subsistence: None

Last updated: 22 September 2022