BHS1711

Understanding Human Behaviour (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Maurie Hasen

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2004 (OCL)
Berwick First semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit students will be able to demonstrate: 1. a broad understanding of the basic theories and principles underlying human behaviour and psychological development; 2. the ability to discriminate between evidence, interpretation, opinion and fact in evaluating secondary sources. 3. an advanced understanding of one of the major theories of psychological development across the lifespan.

Assessment: Research article critique (500 words): 10% + Essay (2000 words): 45% + Two 1-hour tests, 2 hours (2000 words): 45%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (1 x 2 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

Prohibitions: APY1910, BHS1320, GSC1306, GSC1711, PSY1011, WEL1320, PSS1711