Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit aims to enable students to have a familiarity with and a knowledge of some of the theories on which the understanding of child development and the practice of child psychotherapy are based. It is designed to give students knowledge of human development from three theoretical perspectives and thereby enable them to have a theoretical basis for their practice of observation, assessment and case management. The theoretical perspectives to be studied in this unit will be those of Sigmund Freud, Anna Freud and John Bowlby.

Objectives

On completion of this unit the student is expected to:

1. display an understanding and knowledge of the theories of Sigmund Freud, Anna Freud and John Bowlby relevant to child development,
2. demonstrate knowledge of the specific similarities and differences between the three theorists and their theories,
3. understand the different phases of child development,
4. demonstrate an ability to integrate the theories and apply them to clinical material,
5. display an ability to compare and contrast the theories.

Assessment

Written assignment (900 words)(15%)
Written assignment (1800 words)(30%)
Essay (2100 words)(35%)
Attendance at On-campus workshop (20%)

Chief examiner(s)

Ms Jill Pullen