School Of PsychologyDevelopmental Psychology (online)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 102786.1
Discipline: BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE
Student Contribution Band: 4
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Basic understanding of core concepts of personality, social and developmental psychology.
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in course 1793 Bachelor of Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies.
About this Unit
Structured around an overview of lifespan development including diversity, this unit explores the holistic nature of growth and development through developmental theory and research. This unit highlights the interactive nature of three main areas of development: biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to end of life. The unit encourages observation as a means for understanding development and promoting individuals’ wellbeing. An understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander development will be integrated into the unit alongside an appreciation of richness in diversity within various cultural contexts.
This unit does not form part of an APAC-accredited sequence in Psychology.
Special Requirements - Legislative Pre-requisites
Students must have completed a Working with Children Check Student Declaration.
Courses| 1793.3 | Bachelor of Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies | CONTINUING |