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PSY202 Developmental Psychology (8)

Abstract

This subject examines human development across the entire life-span. Descriptions, explanations, and predictions of developmental stages and changes are covered through an investigation of major theories and research findings. Practical implications and applications of this material are also considered, along with some topical current issues.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Location

Session 1
InternalBathurst Campus
InternalPort Macquarie
InternalWagga Wagga Campus
DistanceBathurst Campus
Session 3
DistanceBathurst Campus
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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Psychology

Assumed Knowledge

PSY101 and PSY102

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed PSY113 and PSY216
Incompatible subject(s)
PSY113 PSY216

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate a familiarity with research methods and analyses of data commonly used in the study of developmental psychology
- be able to demonstrate an understanding that human development across the life-span results from an interaction of changes in biological, cognitive, and social processes
- be able to demonstrate a familiarity with major theories of developmental psychology
- be able to demonstrate a knowledge of key research findings within developmental psychology
- be able to demonstrate an ability to evaluate critically theories and research findings in developmental psychology

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- Overview of the study of human development, including historical changes - Research methods applicable to the study of life-span development - Overview of major theories of psychological development - The influence on human development of genetics, heredity, and the environment - Major aspects of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.