Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives It is anticipated that upon completion of this subject, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of human development throughout the lifespan; discuss the major theories of human development from a broader psychosocial perspective; recognise the importance of lifespan development as a framework for assessing and promoting health; apply cross-cultural perspectives in lifespan development; critically analyse developmental issues related to individuals in the context of the family and contemporary society; discuss child development from infancy to middle childhood; discuss specific psychosocial development in the adolescent phase; discuss the phases of development in adulthood; outline aspects of ageing in relation to expectations, roles and lifestyles; and discuss death, dying and bereavement from a psychosocial developmental perspective.
Synopsis This subject has been designed to expand upon students' existing knowledge of psychosocial perspectives of lifespan development. It is intended that the student will gain an understanding of human development as it relates to the development tasks, health needs and risk factors; and will gain advanced skills in dealing with developmental issues related to individuals, from conception to senescence and death.
Assessment Assignments: 100%