Psychology BA (C), Relational Frame Theory, 7.5 credits
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Psykologi GR (C), Relationsinramningsteori, 7.5 hp
Psychology BA (C), Relational Frame Theory, 7.5 credits
General data
- Code: PS187G
- Subject/Main field: Psychology
- Cycle: First cycle
- Progression: (C)
- Credits: 7.5
- Progressive specialization: G2F - First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
- Education area: Medicine 50%, Social sciences 50%
- Answerable department: Psychology and Social Work
- Approved: 2025-01-27
- Version valid from: 2025-09-01
Aim
The purpose of the course is to provide a comprehensive theoretical overview and basic practical training in the use of Relational Frame Theory (RFT), a modern learning psychology approach to cognition and language.
Course objectives
After completing the course, the student should be able to:
- Explain the components of Relational Frame Theory.
- Describe the origins of Relational Frame Theory.
- Elaborately describe the fundamental elements of relational framing.
- Provide examples of the application areas of Relational Frame Theory.
- Conduct analyses of human behavior based on Relational Frame Theory.
- Design a research plan based on Relational Frame Theory.
Content
The course builds on the learning theory module in the course Perception, Emotion, Cognition, and Learning. It covers the emergence, content, and development of Relational Frame Theory (RFT), as well as the philosophy of science and scientific objectives that inform RFT’s development and use. The course includes exercises in understanding and applying RFT, as well as formulating research plans based on RFT across various application areas.
Entry requirements
60 ECTS in Psychology.
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Teaching form
Teaching takes place through lectures, seminars and group work as well as via an internet-based self-study part.
Examination form
1101: Written exam - Individual written exam, 3 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale
1201: Research plan - Group Work, 3 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale
Group work and presentation of the proposed research plan.
1301: Seminars - Seminar, 1.5 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale
Includes several seminars with both oral and written components. To pass the module, active participation in all seminars is required and all written submissions must be approved. Occasional absences (due to extraneous circumstances) can be replaced by written assignments.
Subject-specific grading criteria can be found at: https://www.miun.se/gradingcriteria
The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.
Examination restrictions
Students registered on this version of the syllabus have the right to examine three (3) times within one (1) year according to this syllabus. After that, the latest version of the syllabus applies.
Grading system
Two-grade scale
Course reading
Required literature
Author: Törneke, N.
Title: Learning RFT: An Introduction to Relational Frame Theory and Its Clinical Application
Edition: Latest edition
Journal: New Harbinger
Reference literature
Author: Roche, B., De Houwer, J. & Dymond, S.
Title: Advances in Relational Frame Theory: Research and Application
Edition: 2013
Journal: Context Press
Web address: https://mitt-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/f/ldqsoa/TNcdiproquestebookcentralEBC1160778