UO Developmental Psychology
Course Level Undergraduate
Area/Catalogue
BEHL 2016
Course Level
Undergraduate
Study Method
100% online
Course ID
164701
Unit Value
4.5
UniSA Online Elective Course
Yes
Duration
10 weeks
Fees
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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
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