Module Details

Module Code: EDUC8047
Title: Wellness & Resilience
Long Title: Personal Wellness and Resilience
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2019/20 ( January 2020 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 1420 - Education Studies
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to provide students with an understanding of the challenges associated with postgraduate life, and to develop a set of scientifically validated practical resources which will enable resilience and behavioural change sustained through the medium of evidence based psychology.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Observe and analyse the causes and impact of stress on life in academia and implement resilience and coping strategies to deal with it.
LO2 Plan, implement and critically reflect on positive health behaviour changes (exercise, nutrition, relaxation and sleep) and how they impact on personal wellness.
LO3 Practice and critically engage with current Positive Psychology theory, in particular the PERMA model of wellbeing which focuses on Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning and Achievement and how it relates to the individual.
LO4 Provide evidence, (using an Action Enquiry or similar methodology), of having investigated the concept and components of resilience and how it can be developed through behavioural change.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
The Biology of Disease
An understanding of the typical stressors which are inherent in a modern technologically focused society and the negative impact this can have on the overall health of individuals.
Positive Psychology
Undertaking of Positive Psychology Interventions (PPI) e.g. 3 good things, gratitude visit/letter, best possible self, identification of character strengths (VIA character strengths), use of character strengths. Completion of Reflected Best Self Exercise (RBSE).
Dimensions of Wellness
Analysis of a model of wellness with focus on positive health behaviours. Awareness of these behaviours and how they impact wellness. Use of 4 pillars of physical wellness model (Nutrition, Sleep, Exercise and Relaxation) to enhance personal wellness.
Behavioural Change
An appreciation of the stages of behavioural change and how it may increase personal motivation, autonomy, goal setting and habit formation.
Resilience
An understanding of resilience and how to cultivate it through the implementation of positive psychology practices.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 1 Learning Outcomes 1,2,4
Assessment Description
A short focused report which clearly outlines a personalised intervention plan which will be implemented over a 4-6 week period designed to improve personal wellness or resilience
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
The student will provide evidence to support the successful implementation and completion of their intervention plan
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
The student will reflect on the impact made through the intervention(s) employed over the course of the module using a predefined template
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact A series of lectures, interactive discussions, exercises and activities which are designed to build applied knowledge for students in the defined areas of this module. Typically the module will be delivered via 4 x 3h sessions staggered intermittently over a 10 week period. Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact Core lecture notes, along with supplementary exercises and resources will be presented to the students to facilitate the 3 elements of assessment. Every Week 13.00 13
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Robert Sapolsky. (2018), Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst, 1st. Vintage, [ISBN: 9780099575061].
  • Wener W.K. Hoeger, Sharon A. Hoeger, Cherie I. Hoeger, Amber L. Fawson. (2018), Fitness and Wellness, 13th. Cengage Learning, [ISBN: 9781337392907].
  • Nanette E. Tummers. (2013), Stress Management: A Wellness Approach, 1st. Human Kinetics Inc., [ISBN: 9781450431668].
  • Don Nutbeam, Elizabeth Harris, Marilyn Wise. (2010), Theory In A Nutshell, 3rd. McGraw-Hill Education, [ISBN: 9780070278431].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HRDPR_9 Postgraduate Certificate in Research Development & Practice 2 Elective