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PSY235: Developmental Psychology
This unit involves the study of how humans grow and change across the life span from conception until death. The unit consolidates and extends topics introduced in the developmental section of PSY105 Introduction to Psychology II. We explore developmental continuities and changes that are normative and common to most people, but also ways in which people differ from one another. In particular we focus on theories that seek to explain development and the extent to which development is influenced by genes, the physical environment, social relationships and the context in which the individual lives. We survey major theories, research findings, and contemporary issues in physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and personality development across the life span. The tutorial sessions complement the lectures and focus on developmental research methodologies and practical applications of developmental theory.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | 3 |
| When Offered: | D2 - Day; Offered in the second half-year Xc2 - External study (composite mode); Offered in the second half-year |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Cathy McMahon |
| Prerequisites: |
[PSY104(P) and PSY105(P) and (STAT122 or STAT170 or STAT171 or PSY122)] or [admission to GDipPsych] or [PSY104(P) and PSY122 and admission to BA-Psych/LLB] |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Psychology |
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