Students will be exposed to core controversies in health psychology based upon the work of active researchers and practitioners in these areas. Controversies will be based upon four broad areas including: What makes behaviour change interventions more or less effective? How can health psychology research and practice be conducted safely and effectively in real world settings? How does clinician and patient decision-making processes affect physical health? How do factors related to mental health and well-being affect physical health outcomes? Through Lectures, Problem Based Learning Seminars, and Workshops, students will be expected to develop their capabilities to apply psychological theories to complex real world problems, develop testable propositions and critically review evidence. Learning will be assessed with a 3,500 word coursework position paper and a 10 minute individual presentation.