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305407 (v.1) Human Behaviour and Development 502


 

Area:

School of Psychology

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Individual Study:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

305399 (v.1) Human Behaviour and Development 501 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Theories related to developmental psychological change during adolescence and adult life. Core issues such as relationships, work, ageing and grief.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Knowledge of the key themes underpinning psychological development in later life. An understanding of the application of the above to effective helping. The ability to link this understanding to community and work settings. Developed an understanding of core issues related to normal lifespan development.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

No prescribed references.

Unit Texts:

A set of readings will be provided.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 40%, Case study 60%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 90513 Counselling

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1  Y
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2  Y

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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