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On completion of the module the student will be able to- describe and recognise common psychiatric conditions- demonstrate the clinical skills necessary to deliver appropriate psychiatric care- demonstrate effective problem solving using the biopsychosocial approach to clinical problems- develop the required professional attributes and communication skills consistent with becoming a reflective clinical practitioner - develop an awareness of the resources available in the mental health and related services- identify socio-cultural influences on mental health
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 30 |
Small Group | 45 |
Specified Learning Activities | 35 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 60 |
Placement/Work Experience | 45 |
Total | 215 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Multiple Choice Questionnaire: Best of 5 MCQ Examination, no negative marking. Examination will take place at different times throughout the year | 1 hour End of Trimester Exam | n/a | Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% | No | 25 |
Examination: OSCE Examination at end of rotation | Varies over the Trimester | No | Alternative non-linear conversion grade scale 50% | Yes | 50 |
Continuous Assessment: Case Presentations, work record, and reflective essay | Varies over the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 25 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback
Feedback is given to students on clinical performance via CAF meetings which happen at weeks 2 and 4 of the module Students through the digital badges receive feedback on weekly mcq colour of badges which allows them to see how they are performing compared to their peers Module coordinator facilitates any requests of receiving feedback on any aspects of the assessment and meets students individually face to face. Student will be advised at induction at the beginning of the module. May be subject to change due to Covid restrictions
Name | Role |
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Kate Corrigan | Tutor |
Dr Kieran Doherty | Tutor |
Margaret Gallagher | Tutor |
Dr Nida Haider | Tutor |
Nida Haider | Tutor |
Roisin McManus | Tutor |
Silva Vartukapteine | Tutor |