PLS8001 Cultivating Collaboration

This 1-unit course is part of the Roots & Wings 2.0 programme. It focuses on soft skills on the interpersonal level in terms of more effective working with other people and reaching for better outcomes jointly. Through various experiential activities (e.g., role-play, negotiation exercises), students learn to understand the importance of collaboration in various settings and to apply basic techniques to help resolve conflicts and to strive for win-win situations when collaborating with other people in task accomplishment.

Course Outline

• • Units: 1
  • Total workload: 0-9-0-3-3
  • Prerequisite(s): Nil
  • Preclusion(s): Nil
  • Cross-listing(s): Nil

Workload Components: A-B-C-D-E

• A: no. of lecture hours
• B: no. of tutorial/seminar hours (for 3 weeks)
• C: no. of lab hours
• D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc. (for 3 weeks)
• E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student (for 3 weeks)

PLS8002 Cultivating the Self

The main objective of the course is to broaden students’ understanding of commonly encountered constructs such as self-concept, self-esteem, and happiness. Students will be introduced to concepts in Positive Psychology that will promote better self-awareness and better decision-making. Two main topics are covered. The first is on self-knowledge acquisition and the various underlying motivations that may distort a better understanding of self. The second topic is on happiness and ways in which we can go about nurturing our positive emotions.

Course Outline

• • Units: 1
  • Total workload: 4-4-0-3-3
  • Prerequisite(s): Nil
  • Preclusion(s): Nil
  • Cross-listing(s): Nil

Workload Components: A-B-C-D-E

• A: no. of lecture hours
• B: no. of tutorial/seminar hours (for 4 weeks)
• C: no. of lab hours
• D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc. (for 4 weeks)
• E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student (for 4 weeks)

PLS8003 Cultivating Resilience

This 1-unit course is a part of the Roots & Wings programme. Students will be introduced to the psychological constructs and facets of resilience, of which the methods are drawn from evidence-based practices in psychology, namely Positive Psychology, Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Theory.

Students will engage in experiential activities that encourages paying attention to the 'here and now', foster positive emotions and utilise personal strengths to curate a positive narrative of their lives. Student will acquire a deeper self-awareness and will be equipped with tools / behaviours that build psychological resilience.

Course Outline

• • Units: 1
  • Total workload: 0-9-0-3-3
  • Prerequisite(s): Nil
  • Preclusion(s): Nil
  • Cross-listing(s): Nil

Workload Components: A-B-C-D-E

• A: no. of lecture hours
• B: no. of tutorial/seminar hours (for 3 weeks)
• C: no. of lab hours
• D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc. (for 3 weeks)
• E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student (for 3 weeks)

PLS8004 Optimizing Performance

PLS8004 comprises 1 unit within the Roots & Wings 2.0 programme. This course leverages contemporary psychological research to enhance students’ soft skills, enabling them to effectively manage their tasks and performances. Employing a range of experiential activities such as goal visualization, goal setting, feedback mechanisms, and fostering a growth mindset, students will acquire a toolkit of skills tailored to optimize their work processes. These acquired skills will empower students to establish effective goals, boost productivity, and adeptly navigate the complexities of demanding and multitasking environments.

Course Outline

• • Units: 1
  • Total workload: 0-9-0-3-3
  • Prerequisite(s): Nil
  • Preclusion(s): Nil
  • Cross-listing(s): Nil

Workload Components: A-B-C-D-E

• A: no. of lecture hours
• B: no. of tutorial/seminar hours (for 3 weeks)
• C: no. of lab hours
• D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc. (for 3 weeks)
• E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student (for 3 weeks)

PLS8005 Elevating Interpersonal Communication

This 1-unit course is a part of the Roots & Wings programme and is designed to equip students with essential soft skills derived from psychological research. The primary objective is for students to cultivate adept interpersonal communication abilities crucial for navigating daily social interactions. Through a series of experiential in-class activities including role play, storytelling, and conversation planning, students are introduced to key concepts and techniques vital for effective communication. Topics covered encompass the art of formulating compelling arguments, employing strategic questioning techniques, mastering active listening skills, interpreting non-verbal cues, honing persuasive abilities, and fostering meaningful relationships.

Course Outline

• • Units: 1
  • Workload: 0-9-0-3-3
  • Prerequisite(s): Nil
  • Preclusion(s): Nil
  • Cross-listing(s): Nil

Workload Components: A-B-C-D-E

• A: no. of lecture hours
• B: no. of tutorial/seminar hours (for 3 weeks)
• C: no. of lab hours
• D: no. of hours for projects, assignments, fieldwork etc. (for 3 weeks)
• E: no. of hours for preparatory work by a student (for 3 weeks)