Complutense University of Madrid

This course offers a study of the comics medium which includes graphic narratives, comics, graphic novels, and manga. It discusses the medium through different time periods, formats, materials, styles, aesthetics, genres, and themes with a focus on long-form works.

From an ecocritical approach, this course explores the ways in which literature and culture represent, and interact with, the natural world, ecological consciousness, and social transformation. It examines how these issues and concerns are reflected in literary texts. This course also discusses a variety of critical approaches and literary responses to the period commonly referred to as the Anthropocence/Capitalocene, considering how literature can become a tool to promote environmental sustainability, multispecies dialogues, and social justice.

This course focuses on the application of knowledge about basic psychological processes (attention, perception, memory, and related processes) to the collection and evaluation of testimonial evidence. Topics include: the accuracy of witness statements; obtaining statements; false statements; statement evaluation; processes in the identification of persons; lineups; identification evaluation procedures; applied aspects of psychology of testimony.

This course discusses the concept of psychological disorder and contributions of psychology, preventative psychology, and health psychology. It examines models of prevention and well-being. Other topics include: research methods and models; gnoseology and classification of mental disorders; assessment and treatment.

This course offers a study of the function of point-of-sale (POS) management in retail distribution channels, focusing on key areas like product assortment, merchandising, and store image. It discusses how consumer behavior and business objectives affect these areas. The course is divided into three main parts: 1. retailer positioning – how stores create value for customers and stand out from competitors; 2. assortment management – how stores choose and manage the products they offer; 3. store concept & merchandising – the design and layout of the store, and how different types of merchandising are used to attract customers

This course focuses on management, execution, and innovation skills in the field of communication. It explores emotional intelligence and leadership skills and qualities for successfully leading communication projects and initiatives, as well as managing teams.

This course focuses on the theoretical tools for examining problems faced in social work practice as well as their application for understanding professional ethics and the development of the profession. Topics include: fundamental concepts of moral philosophy; contemporary ethical theories in social work; ethical principles of social work; applied ethics and professional deontology; ethical dilemmas and resolution models.

This course offers an introduction to translation from English to Spanish. It explores the theoretical and technical framework that underpins the practice of translation. Students develop translation skills through hands-on practice and application of knowledge, procedures, and techniques learned in class.

This course examines characteristics of health disorders that may lead to need for care and social support with special reference to disabilities. Topics include: consequences of illness; primary disabling diseases with early manifestation; primary cardiocirculatory and respiratory diseases associated with disability; primary metabolic diseases associated with disability; disability due to diseases of the musculoskeletal system; disability due to neurological disorders; disability due to psychiatric pathology.