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: 2023/4

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 17³Ô¹Ï.

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 atÌýthe 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: 30 March 2023