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Overview

In this subject you will learn about the biological, social, and psychological factors that influence our psychological health. You will examine definitions and experiences of mental health and illness from a theoretical, clinical, and public health perspective. Concepts such as stigma, diagnostic approaches, and cultural perspectives will be investigated with … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Science, Health & Engineering (Pre 2022)

School

Psychology and Public Health (Pre 2022)

Subject coordinator

Alexia Pavlis

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 3 - UG

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Evaluate and integrate knowledge about a range of individual, social and cultural factors that influence psychological health and illness
2.
Characterize the contributing factors, perspectives, and diagnostic approaches in clinical case studies, including individual differences and culture.
3.
Critically review the literature to produce a sound written argument.
4.
Work cohesively as a group to deliver a professional oral presentation.
5.
Critically analyse different theoretical, clinical, and public health perspectives on psychological health and illness.

Learning activities

Formative: Tutorial class exercises, online activities. Summative: Essay, examination, oral presentation. 

Requisite rules

Prerequisites: Must have passed three out of the following four subjects OR approval from the Subject Coordinator.

Requisites

Equivalent

Prerequisite