Skip to content

Module Catalogue

Breadcrumbs navigation

PS5401   The Evidence on the Abuse of Adults

Academic year(s): 2015-2016

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 10

ECTS credits : 5

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Full Year

Planned timetable: TBC

This is a module concerned with the historical evidence and prevalence of abuse of vulnerable adults. We consider definitions of abuse, the nature of harm and people most at risk from harm. The topics studied include sexual harm, physical harm, financial exploitation, neglect and self-neglect, emotional harm and discriminatory harm.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 0

Guided independent study hours: 0

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC