Courses 2009-2010









  • Social sciences
    • Professional and personal development
The learning society - adult and continuing education
The course aims to promote an understanding of theoretical and policy concerns for adult educators in the context of the Learning Society. It will also provide an introduction to adult and continuing education as an academic field of study. This course is suited to those who have taken any CertHE level 1 course in Arts or Social Sciences. It will also be of value to any student already working in adult education, training or human resources development with an interest in educational ideas and systems or in the informal learning which takes place outside traditional educational institutions. Those interested in applying for the Diploma/MSc programme in Adult and Continuing Education will also find this course provides a useful grounding for some parts of that programme.
Enrolment limit 25
Liam Kane MA PGCE DipEd PhD, Mike Osborne BSc PhD CertEd, Douglas Sutherland BA DMS MSc and others
7EYV £214.00
 20 
 Level 2 
Tues 13:00-15:00 and Thurs 13:30-15:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 January 2010
(22 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Alexander technique
In this small group we'll look at what we do to ourselves when we move, and how misguided notions often make things difficult. We'll explore how applying Alexander's principles affects our balance and ease of moving. The study of thinking in movement. Surprising. Intriguing. Fascinating. Please bring something to lie on and some books to support your head.
Enrolment limit 8
Joyce Foxcroft MA MSTAT
G095 £57.00 (£28.50)
10.00-12.00 Saturdays from 03 October 2009
(6 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Alexander technique
In this small group we'll look at what we do to ourselves when we move, and how misguided notions often make things difficult. We'll explore how applying Alexander's principles affects our balance and ease of moving. The study of thinking in movement. Surprising. Intriguing. Fascinating. Please bring something to lie on and some books to support your head.
Enrolment limit 8
Joyce Foxcroft MA MSTAT
G095A £57.00 (£28.50)
10.00-12.00 Saturdays from 16 January 2010
(6 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Introduction to counselling listening skills
Change your life with more effective listening skills. Whether you wish to improve your communication at work or in your personal relationships. In addition, if you are considering pursuing a career in counselling and are uncertain what training would involve you will gain insights into the type of demands made upon you in seeking a professional qualification. Training is theoretical, experiential and interactive.
Enrolment limit 21
Gareth McMillan BA
GC003 £60.50
 4 
19.30-21.30 Mondays from 11 January 2010
(8 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Be a better listener
This course will provide students with opportunities to examine the differences between LISTENING and HEARING, to explore the various skills and behaviours demonstrated by good listeners, to evaluate current listening skills and to practise even more effective ways of listening. Students will be encouraged to identify any blocks to listening and work towards being a Better Listener.
Enrolment limit 18
Audrey Cuthel MA DipCounselling
GC006 £75.00
 4 
13.00-15.00 Thursdays from 15 October 2009
(10 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Introduction to transactional analysis
Transactional analysis (TA) is a theory of personality and communication and a powerful tool for personal development and for facilitating change. This course will introduce the concepts of TA in an experiential way and will be suitable for anyone wanting to learn more about themselves and their interaction with others.
Enrolment limit 20
Teresa Brasier MBACP(Accred) MSc PGDip (Communication and Counselling)
GC036 £60.50
 4 
10.00-17.00 Saturdays from 31 October 2009
(3 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Exploring personality through transactional analysis
This course will help participants use the theory of Transactional Analysis (TA) to explore their own personality and how they interact with others. Participants must have an understanding of TA (e.g. completion of DACE Introduction to Transactional Analysis or similar course or have read TA Today by Stewart and Joines.
Enrolment limit 20
Teresa Brasier MBACP(Accred) MSc PGDip (Communication and Counselling)
GC037 £60.50
 4 
19.00-21.00 Wednesdays from 13 January 2010
(8 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Introduction to psychology and its application to sport and exercise
This course will introduce you to some of the classic experiments and key concepts within psychology and how they relate to sport and exercise. You will explore topics such as social psychology and the world of the athlete, personality, motivating people to exercise and mental skills training. The course will be interactive and involve group discussions, video clips and case studies. No prior knowledge of psychology is required.
Enrolment limit 20
Jane McKay BSc MSc PhD
GC113 £67.50
 4 
19.00-21.00 Wednesdays from 20 January 2010
(9 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Introduction to psychology and its application to sport and exercise
This course will introduce you to some of the classic experiments and key concepts within psychology and how they relate to sport and exercise. You will explore topics such as social psychology and the world of the athlete, personality, motivating people to exercise and mental skills training. The course will be interactive and involve group discussions, video clips and case studies. No prior knowledge of psychology is required.
Enrolment limit 20
Jane McKay BSc MSc PhD
GC113A £67.50
 4 
19.00-21.00 Tuesdays from 20 April 2010
(9 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Understanding statistics in the media
Statistics seem to be everywhere when we open a newspaper, turn on the radio or TV or even read a magazine. Some are subtle while others are blatant, but all seem impressive - or are they? This short course will focus on how statistics can be misleading and give students some tools with which they can question some of what the media reports.
Enrolment limit 20
Helena Paterson MA PhD
GC133 £60.50
 4 
19.30-21.30 Thursdays from 14 January 2010
(8 meetings) University Campus
AimsILO
Handwriting analysis: a beginners' workshop
DAY EVENT - With this course learn how to tell what a person is like before meeting them; foresee compatibility or friction in relationships; find the right person for a job and vice-versa; alter traits of your character.
Enrolment limit 16
Claire Charlwood MBIG(Dip)
Y009 £32.00
10.00-16.00 Saturday13 March 2010
(1 meeting) University Campus
AimsILO
Alexander technique: an introduction
DAY EVENT - Introduces the principles of the Alexander Technique, giving an idea of what the Technique is and of the difference a knowledge of this discipline can make to our lives. We'll look at simple everyday movements, and how changing our thinking can encourage more ease. Please bring something to lie on and some books to support your head.
Enrolment limit 8
Joyce Foxcroft MA MSTAT
Y096 £19.00
10.00-13.00 Saturday 21 November 2009
(1 meeting) University Campus
AimsILO
Alexander technique: an introduction
DAY EVENT - Introduces the principles of the Alexander Technique, giving an idea of what the Technique is and of the difference a knowledge of this discipline can make to our lives. We'll look at simple everyday movements, and how changing our thinking can encourage more ease. Please bring something to lie on and some books to support your head.
Enrolment limit 8
Joyce Foxcroft MA MSTAT
Y096A £19.00
10.00-13.00 Saturday13 March 2010
(1 meeting) University Campus
AimsILO

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