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Overview
You’ll explore the definitions of mindfulness and debates around it. You’ll look at evidence of its application, potential and efficacy in different settings. You’ll develop skills to understand academic literature so you can study claims and evidence in more depth.
As well as studying mindfulness, you’ll also practice it. You’ll learn a range of mindfulness techniques. Experiencing these first-hand, you’ll reflect on their personal and professional impact.
Outcomes
By the end of this Discovering Mindfulness course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll be able to…
- Explore the definitions, science and impact of mindfulness.
- Recognise the potential role and applications of mindfulness in managing your mind and mental wellness.
- Perform and reflect upon a range of mindfulness practices.
- Describe the role of mindfulness in emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Programme Structure
You’ll work through the following six modules. They blend academic and experiential learning:- Mindfulness: emergence and context
- Science of the mind
- Embodied mindfulness
- Kindness, compassion and gratitude
- Mindfulness of emotions
- Awareness and insight
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
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IELTS 6.5
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Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent), or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents695 GBP / full≈ 695 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents695 GBP / full≈ 695 GBP / full
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