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Area/Catalogue
BEHL 2016

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Course Level
Undergraduate

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Study Method
100% online

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Course ID
164701

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Unit Value
4.5

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UniSA Online Elective Course
Yes

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Duration
10 weeks

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Availability/Timetable(s)
Study Period 3

Course aim

To further develop students' understanding of the main theories and concepts in lifespan developmental psychology and to apply this to develop solutions to contemporary psychosocial developmental problems.

Course content

Students will build up their knowledge of developmental theories, principles and characteristics of individuals across the major developmental periods (prenatal, infancy and childhood, adolescence, and adulthood) in the key developmental domains (physical, cognitive, social and emotional). They will apply this knowledge to issues in lifespan development, cultural and ethical issues.

Textbooks

Arnett, J.J., Jensen, L.A., Chapin, L., Brownlow, C., & Machin, T. 2023, Human Development: A Cultural Approach, 2nd Australian and New Zealand Edition, 2nd, Pearson, Australia

Prerequisites

Specific program
Program Subject Area & Catalogue Number Course Name
XBPS BEHL 1027 UO Psychology Concepts
XBPY BEHL 1030 UO Psychology 1A
XBPY BEHL 1031 UO Psychology 1B

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching Method

Component Duration
EXTERNAL, ONLINE ACTIVITY
Online 10 weeks x N/A

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Report, Test/Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4Y)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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Non-award enrolment
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation

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