Psychology of intimate and close relationships 08-PICR

The primary aim of the course is provide students with the basic and the newest knowledge in the field of psychology of intimate and close relationships.

Module learning aims

A1 Provision of knowledge concerning (a) theory and research method in the field of psychology of intimate and close relationships; (b) selected aspects and processes in intimate and close relationships; (c) changes in the domain of intimate and close relationships across the lifespan; (d) basic principales of couple therapy. A2 Development of the ability to apply theory and research methods to describe and explain the selected elements and processes in intimate and close relationships. A3 Development of the ability to work independently with scientific text and its critical analysis. A4 Achievement of basic skills related to the design and performance of the study. A5 Development of skills to write of scientific and research projects using literature sources. A6 Development of interpersonal communication skills and working in groups. A7 Creation of an opportunity to reflect on the close and intimate relationships in our own life and other people.

Information on where to find course materials

Course materials will be sent to students via USOS e-mails .

Major

Not relevant

Methods of teaching for learning outcomes achievement

Lecture with multimedia presentation, discussion, quiz, homework, tasks in groups.

Course module conducted remotely (e-learning)

Not applicable

Student workload (ECTS credits)

Contact hours with the teacher as specified in the programme 30 Preparation for classes - reading and elaboration of scientific papers 15 Writing an essay 15 Exam preparation 20 Total hours 80 Total ECTS credits for the module 5

Module type

elective

Pre-requisites in terms of knowledge, skills and social competences

Not applicable

Course coordinators

Katarzyna Adamczyk

Learning outcomes

PICR_01 List and explain: (a) the criteria which define a close and intimate relationship, (b) the types of close and intimate relationships and their characteristics; (c) the stages of development of relations
PICR _02 Determine the importance of close and intimate relationship to the physical mental health.
PICR _03 Indicate and characterize the aspects and processes in close and intimate relationships, and also their qualitative aspects.
PICR_04 Understand and outline the role of genetic factors, environmental and individual in a close and intimate relationships.
PICR _05 Identify the factors threatening the close and intimate relationships.
PICR _06 Use in a reflective and critical manner the concepts of different theoretical background.
PICR_07 Know and apply the selected research methods and techniques, and is aware of the ethical aspects of research in the field of close and intimate relationships.
PICR_08 Know the basic principles and techniques used in couple therapy .
PICR_09 Write a scientific paper using literature sources in English and / or other foreign languages.
PICR _10 Is able to work as a team preparing a scientific paper.
PICR_11 Is able to reflect on the close and intimate relationship and distinguish commonsense knowledge from scientific knowledge.

Assessment criteria

Formative assessment: discussion during classes; solving of tasks in small groups during the classes; checking skills during the writing of scientific work; discussion and evaluation of the work; observation during classes
Summative: final writing exam

Assessment criteria
5 - excellent knowledge, skills and personal and social competence
4.5 - very good knowledge, skills and personal and social competence
4.0 - good knowledge, skills and personal and social competence
3.5 - satisfactory knowledge, skills and personal and social competence, but with significant shortcomings
3.0 - satisfactory knowledge, skills and personal and social competence, but with numerous errors
2.0 - unsatisfactory knowledge, skills and personal and social competence

Practical placement

Not applicable

Bibliography

Recommended and basic reading list includes:

1) Bradbury, T. N., & Karney, B. R. (2010). Intimate relationships. New York Londyn: W. W. Norton & Company.
2) Laursen, B., & Collins, W. A. (2012). Relationships pathways: from adolescence to young adulthood. California: SAGE Publications, Inc.
3) Vangelisti, A. L., & Perlman, D. (2006). The Cambridge handbook of personal relationships. New York: Cambridge University Press.

Additional information

Additional information (registration calendar, class conductors, localization and schedules of classes), might be available in the USOSweb system:

Description of 08-PICR in USOSweb