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School of Medicine and Psychology · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the application of psychological theory and research to mental health, and major paradigms including behaviourism, cognitivism, psychobiology and the scientist-practitioner approach. In this course you will be introduced to major conceptualisations of psychological wellbeing and pathology (e. g., symptoms and functioning) and major taxonomies related to mental health. The course will also introduce professional regulation and ethics in psychology, including the functions of the Psychology Board of Australia and the Australian Psychological Society Code of Ethics.
Written report (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
Final exam (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
Simulated peer consultations and reflective task (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 3 hours of face-to-face activities including lectures and/or workshops per week. - Approximately 94 hours of self-study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. Please note that this course, as part of the Master of Professional Psychology program, may be delivered in more intensive formats where pedagogically appropriate. Students should ensure they are familiar with timetabling for each semester to plan appropriately. Work Integrated Learning Other This is a coursework component of the Master of Professional Psychology degree. No work-integrated learning option is available. Other Information This course is assessed on a Course Requirement Satisfied (CRS) or Fail basis. Students must satisfactorily complete all assessment tasks in order to pass the course.
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