This module is designed to help students to develop feelings of personal agency and empowerment that are central to personal, social and professional development. This module recognises that the acquisition of these kinds of life skills is a life-long process, but this module is designed to help students develop psychosocial competencies and interpersonal skills that will facilitate them to make informed decisions, solve problems, think critically, communicate effectively, build healthy relationships, empathise with others, and cope with and manage their lives in a healthy and productive manner. The graduate attributes developed through participation in this module include; 'collaborative' and 'articulate'. The module learning outcomes clear aim towards development of the ability to convey ideas effectively using a range of media. The module syllabus is focused on theories of group working, negotiation and conflict resolution. In conjunction with this syllabus practical opportunities to work with and collaborate with others will facilitate the development of collaboration skills.

In this module students will learn about life skills, human communication, group theory and conflict. Students will have opportunities to develop skills in; assertive communication, conflict resolution, team working, group facilitation, peer education, time management and decision making. Students will learn about the relationship between psychosocial competencies (self-awareness, self-esteem) and interpersonal relationships.

Discuss techniques, styles and skills required for effective communication. Describe techniques to aid; time management, decision making and conflict resolution. Demonstrate psychosocial competencies and interpersonal skills that facilitate informed decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking. Formulate strategies to address identified personal and/or community needs

Display confidence and interpersonal skills to take action and initiative to promote health and wellbeing amongst individuals, families and communities. Demonstrate an appreciation of the value of self-awareness and the ability to advocate for self and others. Recognise the possible bridges and barriers to the development of healthy relationships Adopt a responsible and civically aware approach in communicating effectively as a group member Appraise situations with empathy

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Experience The teaching style will be interactive and problem-focussed. Students will participate in the learning environment through engagement in teaching learning and assessment strategies for example, lectures, discussions, group work, self-directed learning, recommended reading, reflection, enquiry/problem-based learning and case scenarios. Demonstrate the ability to undertake independent learning activities Research Demonstrate an appreciation of current literature and how it relates to development of personal agency, empowerment and life skills. Incorporate relevant national and international research findings and engagement policies for active citizenship. Incorporate relevant national and international research findings regarding citizenship engagement, social capital and empowerment