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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Therapeutic Photography - Practical Engagement and Reflection
Reference SSM024 Version 1
Created May 2021 SCQF Level SCQF 11
Approved September 2021 SCQF Points 30
Amended ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide experiential knowledge and application of the use of therapeutic photography skills to explore the four domains of self, relationships, narrative, and society, and to provide opportunities for critical reflection.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Provide comparative and critical account of the application of theories to the experience.
2 Critically analyse the role of photography in exploring societal issues.
3 Evidence critical reflection of the intended and realised outcomes of the intervention.

Indicative Module Content
Theories of identity, theories of relationships, theories of development, theories of age and stage, life story, Freirian perspectives, reflection.

Module Delivery
Part time online. Using a combination of recorded lectures and interactive groupwork, along with group tutorials and recorded interviews, students will be guided through a participatory, experiential project.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours N/A 40
Non-Contact Hours N/A 260
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL N/A 300
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Reflective portfolio

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
This module has one component with a 100% weighting. All learning outcomes are assessed by a reflective portfolio.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module Successful completion of SSM023 Therapeutic Photography - Development of Techniques and the Application of Theory
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 GIBSON, N. 2018. Therapeutic photography: Enhancing self-esteem, self-efficacy and resilience, London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
2 WEISER, J., 1999. Phototherapy techniques: Exploring the secrets of personal snapshots and family albums. Vancouver, BC: PhotoTherapy Centre.


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