PSYCHOL 2005 - Foundations Health & Lifespan Development
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PSYCHOL 2005 Course Foundations Health & Lifespan Development Coordinating Unit Psychology Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites (PSYCHOL 1000 and PSYCHOL 1001 and PSYCHOL 1004) or (PSYCHOL 1000 and PSYCHOL 1001 and PSYCHOL 1005) or (PSYCHOL 1100) Assessment Online exercises, written assignments, tutorial participation, exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Nicole Nelson
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the successful completion of this course students will be able to:- Review and evaluate research in select topic areas from the developmental, mental health and health psychology fields.
- Interpret data from a developmental, mental health or health psychology research journal articles.
- Prepare a standard research report using American Psychological Association (APA) structure and formatting conventions.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the applications of psychology to lifespan development and to promoting whole-person health and well-being.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the biopsychosocial (mind - body) perspective that recognises that health and other behaviours are determined by the interaction of biological mechanisms, psychological processes and social influences.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
2,3,4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2,4, 5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
2,3,4, 5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1, 2, 5 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
1,5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
3,4 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Online Learning
Powerpoint slides of lecture material, details of assignments. Discussion board on Myuni is used extensively. Link to MyUni;
This course may also use MyUni for one or more of the following:
• Communication with students via Announcements and Discussion Board
• Submission of summative assessment
• Access to lecture recordings- Access to tutorial materials- Additional readings
• Self-directed learning activities
• Exam preparation materials
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is taught via a series of lectures and tutorials.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Lectures: One two hour lecture each week for 12 weeks = 24 hours
Tutorials: 6 tutes x 1 hour each = 6 hours
Final Exam = 2 hours
Course Reading; self directed learning, exam preparation; assignment preparation = 124 hours
Total: 156 hoursLearning Activities Summary
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment for Foundations of Health and Lifespan Developmental Psychology consists of the following:
Assessment Task Weighting % Learning outcome(s) addressed Tutorial Participation 10% 1, 2, 4, 5 Discussion Board Posts 10% 1, 2, 4, 5 Course Quizzes 20% 1, 2, 4, 5 Research Essay 30% 1, 2, 3, 4 In-person Final Exam 30% 1, 2, 4, 5 Assessment Related Requirements
Please note that the major practical report will require you to read and understand data analyses in published journal articles. Students who have not completed PSYCHOL 2004 Doing Research in Psychology will need to take steps to ensure they have competency in this area.Assessment Detail
Details on submission process/requirements, penalties for late submission, the process of applying for extensions, and policy relating to re-submission/redemptive work are discussed in the Introductory lecture in week 1.
Assessment for Foundations Health and Lifespan Developmental consists of the following:
Quizzes which allow the student to demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings and methodological issues that inform contemporary research and practice.
A major research report/proposal that allows the student to demonstrate psychology writing skills, in accordance with APA formatting.
An exam to assess students’ ability to apply key principles taught in HLDP.Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
The School of Psychology and the members of academic staff are committed to listening to and understanding the perspectives of students in relation to our teaching programs. Feedback to the School teaching staff can be given via the Student-Staff Consultative committee. Year level representatives for this committee are nominated at the beginning of each year and the contact details of the representatives can be obtain from the School of Psychology office: psychologyoffice@adelaide.edu.au -
Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
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- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
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- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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