HPS302 - Developmental Psychology (Adult)
| Year: | 2025 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously: | Pathways Through Adulthood |
| Prerequisite: | HPS202 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | HPS782 |
| Study commitment | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus | 1 x 1 hour on-campus seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - online | 1 x 1 hour online seminar per week |
Content
This unit provides an examination of the theories that underpin developmental psychology and the research methods used in this area. The physical, social, cognitive and personal aspects of adult development and ageing are considered, taking into account both the gains and losses associated with ageing. Although the focus is on normal ageing within changing social and historical contexts, the cognitive, behavioural and social consequences of age-related pathologies are also examined, and the promotion of optimal ageing is explored.
Unit Fee Information
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