PSYC2800
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
Psychology is an extremely diverse discipline ranging from mental health to the underlying molecular mechanisms of behaviour. While all aspects of psychology are interesting and important, each student will be drawn to different areas of the discipline. This online course allows students to choose the areas they wish to explore while building essential written communication skills and developing a learning portfolio. Students choose their own course content from a list of available topics that introduce students to areas of psychology that are of interest and could lead to additional areas of interest and advanced topics in evolving areas. By the end of this course you will know more about the direction your interests and learning will take, and will have acquired knowledge in areas of psychology that relate to your learning goals. The topics may include specialised modules in clinical, biological, social, cognitive, and developmental psychology.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Recognise and identify core concepts in specialised fields of psychology.
2. Effectively communicate key concepts in specialised fields of psychology in writing.
3. Integrate information related to specialised fields of psychology in an applied scenario.
4. Describe the application of three specialised fields of psychology to their personal learning goals.
Content
Students select three topics from a range of available options, which may include areas such as Forensic psychology, Indigenous perspectives, Gender and Transgender psychology, and Positive psychology.
Assumed knowledge
At least 20 units of psychology courses at 1000 level.
Assessment items
Quiz: Quiz
Written Assignment: Written Assignment
Portfolio: Learning Portfolio
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Online 10 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Course outline
- PSYC2800 - Semester 1, 2024 (Online) (PDF, 237.8 KB)
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