PSY3042

Advanced contemporary psychology II

Dr Eleonora Gullone

12 points
* Four 1-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: (PSY2011 or PSY2031) and (PSY2022 or PSY2042)
* Prohibitions: PSY3022

Objectives On the completion of this subject students will have an understanding of theoretical and philosophical issues in the discipline of psychology; have an appreciation of research and professional ethics; and understand essential concepts and critical findings in a range of areas of contemporary psychology.

Synopsis This subject is designed for students who want to continue their studies in psychology at third-year level but who do not want an accredited major in psychology or entry to honours. Its aim is to give an account at an advanced level of selected topics in contemporary psychology for students majoring in other disciplines. The subject includes lecture units on group and individual differences in personality and intelligence; clinical neuropsychology; social psychology; history and philosophy of psychology and the ethics of research and professional practice. As well as the four lectures weekly there will be a 1-hour tutorial per week.

Assessment Essay (2000 words): 25%
* Tutorial exercises and presentations: 25%
* Examinations: 50%