Courses for Exchange Students (ECTS) 2018/2019 at
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Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Wellbeing |
| Autumn week 36 (2018) - 45 (2018) | Appl.code: 31004 |
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Full-time, daytime class |
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ECTS credits: 15 |
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Level of education: First Cycle (undergraduate level) |
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Level: GXX |
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Prerequisites: Psychology, basic course, 30 ECTS credits. |
| Content: The course includes different aspects of health psychology, humanistic psychology and positive psychology with emphasis on the integration of psychological, biological and physical factors and its consequences for health and well-being. The course starts with the body's systems, psychological theories behind well-being and positive emotions which is followed up by work methods and interventions to improve public health, well-being, and a healthy work life. Scientific methodology and design for the study of positive psychology is also included in the course. |
| Teaching Methods: Lectures and seminars. Lectures and seminars are conducted in English. |
| Assessment: Written examination and active participation in seminars. |
| Course Syllabus: Autumn 2018 |
| School: School of Behavioural, Social and Legal Sciences |