School of Psychology and Speech Pathology. (Psychology and Human Resource Management) 2015 Information for Prospective Students

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1 Health Sciences School of Psychology and Speech Pathology Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Resource Management) 2015 Information for Prospective Students 1

2 2 contents About the Bachelor of Psychology...2 Course Learning Outcomes...2 Course Requirements...2 Duration...2 Accreditation and Registration...2 Graduate Destinations...2 Course Structure...3 Unit Descriptions...4 About the Bachelor of Science...6 (Psychology and Human Resource Management) Course Requirements...6 Duration...6 Professional Recognition...6 Graduate Destinations...6 Course Structure...7 Unit Descriptions...8 Academic Staff Specific Enquiries About the Bachelor of Psychology The study of psychology encompasses all aspects of human behaviour, using tested theoretical frameworks to examine, explain and predict what we do as individuals and in groups. This course focuses on key areas of psychology including perception, cognition, emotion, personality, behaviour, and interpersonal relationships. This knowledge is applied to various spheres of human activity, including issues related to daily life such as family, education and work, and the treatment of mental health problems. The Bachelor of Psychology emphasises the application of knowledge to problems arising in professional practice, and graduates are able to apply for provisional registration upon graduation. The fourth year of this course includes a research component and gives students more opportunities to learn applied skills. In addition, students undertake advanced study in selected areas of psychology, and in relation to professional development. Course Learning Outcomes Apply psychological theory to evidence based practice and extend the boundaries of knowledge through research Discriminate between valid discipline knowledge and questionable esoteric theory and practice Apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse problems and generate innovative solutions to psychological questions Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information and evidence from a range of sources applicable to psychology Communicate effectively with individuals, groups and communities Select and effectively use appropriate technologies relevant to psychological research and practice Demonstrate ability for self-directed learning and reflective practice Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of international perspectives in psychology Demonstrate understanding and respect for human rights and cultural diversity Independently and collaboratively apply professional skills in an ethical manner. Course Requirements No prior study in a particular subject is required. Applicants must meet the University s standard entry requirements, which include English competency. Desirable: Mathematics 2C/2D. Duration The course length is four years full-time or part-time equivalent. There are two fourth year streams. The Bachelor of Psychology stream requires students to achieve an average of 60% across the core psychology units in second and third year. If this average is achieved, students are guaranteed a place in the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited fourth year stream. Entry into the Bachelor of Psychology Honours Stream requires that students achieve an average of 70% in the core second and third year psychology units. If this average is achieved, students are guaranteed a place in the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited honours stream. Students may exit the program after 3 years with an APAC accredited Bachelor of Science (Psychology). Accreditation and Registration This course enables graduates to progress into the next stage of the process towards registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Registration as a psychologist requires completion of either a twoyear provisional psychologist internship, a one year professional post graduate qualification and a one year internship, or the completion of a two-year Master of Psychology program. Graduate Destinations Psychologists work within organisations concerned with health, community services, employment and training, ergonomics, education, youth and family services, defence forces, industrial relations, human resources and management, alcohol and drug problems, prisons, mental health, rehabilitation and disability programs. Employers include: Private Health sector Private Industry Community, non-profit and non-government organisations Government departments (e.g., Department of Child Protection).

3 Course Structure 3 Bachelor of Psychology (167999) Course coordinator: Associate Professor Natalie Gasson % of Core or Year Unit Code Unit Name Year Elective? Year 1, Semester 1 PSYC1000 Introduction to Psychology 12.5 Core HUMB1000 Human Structure and Function 12.5 Core CMHL1000 Foundations for Professional Health Practice 12.5 Core PSYC1002 Science and Professional Practice in Psychology 12.5 Core Year 1, Semester 2 BIOL1002 Brain and Behaviour 12.5 Core CMHL1003 Health and Health Behaviour 6.25 Core INDH1000 Indigenous Cultures and Health 6.25 Core CMHL1001 Evidence Informed Health Practice 12.5 Core PSYC1001 Foundations of Psychology 12.5 Core Year 2, Semester 1 PSYC2000 Psychology of Learning 12.5 Core BEHV2000 Psychological Science Experimental Methods 12.5 Core PSYC2001 Social Psychology 12.5 Core Elective 12.5 Elective Year 2, Semester 2 BIOL2005 Perception 12.5 Core PSYC2003 Child Developmental Psychology 12.5 Core PSYC2002 Psychological Science Correlational Methods 12.5 Core Elective 12.5 Elective Year 3, Semester 1 BIOL3005 Cognition 12.5 Core PSYT3000 Abnormal Psychology 12.5 Core PSYC3005 Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods 12.5 Core PSYC3002 Individual Differences 12.5 Core Year 3, Semester 2 PSYC3000 Indigenous and Cross Cultural Psychology 12.5 Core PSYC3001 Work, Family and Community 12.5 Core PSYC3004 Advanced Psychological Science Mixed Methods 12.5 Core PSYC3003 Adult Developmental Psychology 12.5 Core Psychology Fourth Year Stream - STRH-PSYCH Year 4, Semester 1 PSYC4003 Advanced Topics in Applied Psychology 12.5 Core PSYC4009 Introduction to Counselling 12.5 Core PSYC4007 Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation 25.0 Core Year 4, Semester 2 PSYT4000 Principles of Psychological Assessment 12.5 Core PSYC4008 Contemporary Professional Development 12.5 Core PSYC4002 Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation 25.0 Core Honours Psychology Stream - STRU-PSYCH Year 4, Semester 1 PSYC4000 Psychology Honours Dissertation Preparation 25.0 Core PSYC4004 Quality Assurance in Psychological Research 12.5 Core PSYC4003 Advanced Topics in Applied Psychology 12.5 Core Year 4, Semester 2 PSYT4000 Principles of Psychological Assessment 12.5 Core PSYC4008 Contemporary Professional Development 12.5 Core PSYC4001 Psychology Honours Dissertation 25.0 Core

4 4 Unit Descriptions Human Structure and Function In this unit you will answer questions about how the human body is maintained, and explore the link between macroscopic and microscopic structures that achieve homeostasis. You will be well supported by unit materials that will prepare you for the activities you will do in the face-to-face sessions each week. Assessment tasks with feedback will help you to achieve the unit outcomes. We hope this unit will inspire students to think about how the body works in an integrated and functional way, and provide a solid framework on which to build in other units in your particular course. Introduction to Psychology This is a first year unit which is a core unit for many students in the Faculty of Health Sciences, and studied as an option unit by students from many other Faculties. The unit will provide an introduction to the study of human behaviour. During semester you will study a number of aspects of human behaviour and develop an understanding of how characteristics of an individual, and the people around them, can influence behaviour. You will also examine some of the underlying processes necessary for behaviour change. Foundations for Professional Health Practice This unit will start to prepare you for a career as a health professional, by exploring the foundations needed for the safe, high quality, ethical care of clients, including individuals, groups, communities and companies. It is important for all health professionals to have an understanding of the system in which they practice and this unit will introduce you to the health care system in Australia as well as exploring comparisons with International health care systems. Finally, this unit will prepare you for success in your course by exploring the motivations behind your career decisions and by providing you with the academic skills to demonstrate your knowledge and skills through oral and written communication. Science and Professional Practice in Psychology This unit examines the relationship between the science and practice of psychology, the significance of scientifically conducted research and the importance of ethics to psychology. Lectures in this unit address topics such as responsibility and ethics, experimentation, correlation and causation, and evaluating and disseminating research. Guest lecturers provide an insight into the career opportunities for graduates of psychology and the practice of psychology as a profession. A key component of this unit will be to examine your own understanding of good science and ethical conduct in psychology. Indigenous Cultures and Health In this unit students will examine culture and diversity within local, national and global, Indigenous populations; impacts of specific policies and historical events on Indigenous Australians and their effects on health and health care access. Students will analyse health outcomes of Indigenous Australians and explore underlying social determinants, and how health professionals can work collaboratively/in consultation with Indigenous individuals, families, communities and organisations. Evidence Informed Health Practice Evidence Informed Health Practice is a foundation unit in your health sciences degree. As health science graduates, many of you will be responsible for providing information or making decisions that influence the health and health care of individuals, groups or communities. Regardless of whether your future work is in the laboratory, a hospital ward or in the community, it is vital that you make informed professional practice decisions. You will do this by understanding the questions that you need to answer, identifying the different types of scientific evidence available, critically evaluating the evidence and determining its value in answering your questions. Brain and Behaviour The aim of this unit is to develop your interest in, and understanding of, the scientific study of human behaviour. You will learn about the brain, some major areas of investigation and the progress which has been made in them. Teaching will be structured around some core areas and concepts (e.g., the evolution, structure, and development of the brain, major neural networks) and provide you with opportunities to apply your developing knowledge to real life cases. Health and Health Behaviour The aim of this unit is to introduce you to health and for you to develop an understanding of the many factors (that surround people and that are within people) which influence physical health, mental health and social well-being. These factors impact on the health of everyone - individuals, families, communities and even whole populations. For every person who is unwell, there is often a complex story about the many and varied factors which have contributed to their health issues. Foundations of Psychology The aim of this unit is to develop your interest in and understanding of the scientific study of behaviour, and to introduce you to some of the major areas of psychological investigation and the progress which has been made in them to date. No unit in psychology will give you a complete understanding of yourself or of other people, but it should encourage an attitude of enquiry and concern which will enable you to use your knowledge of psychology in forming a better and more realistic understanding of yourself and those around you. Psychology of Learning This unit deals with the principles of learning and motivation. How do we learn? We answer this question initially by looking at animal models of learning and applying them to human learning. In addition you will look at more complex forms of human learning, the interaction with motivation, and its applications in therapy, parenting and education. Social Psychology A key focus of this unit is to apply the principles of social psychology to everyday life, using both historical examples and current issues to examine the sometimes baffling and counterintuitive findings. For example, why is it that people are less likely to receive help if more people are available to give help? Why do people sometimes agree to things they know to be inaccurate? Why do people enjoy a boring task more when they are paid less for doing it? How can a regular person be led to commit horrific and violent acts against other people? These are just a few of the many questions at the heart of social psychology.

5 Psychological Science Experimental Methods This is the first of several research methods units that you will take in this course. In these units you will examine how psychologists know the things they claim to know (including how they assess the efficacy of their techniques and treatments), and begin evaluating the evidence on which these claims are based. Although we will cover many different topics along the way, this unit, and those that follow it, are ultimately about developing your scientific literacy, and equipping you with the tools and knowledge needed to be able to sort science from pseudoscience; to discriminate between sense and nonsense. Perception This unit asks whether the reality of consciousness (what we perceive to be out there) is the same as the reality in the external physical world (what is out there). Though we examine other senses briefly the focus of the course is on visual perception. Topics include the biological basis of sensation and perception, perception of colour, size, form, depth and motion as well as smell and touch. In the lectures and laboratories we explore situations in which the perceptual system can be tricked and discuss how the errors we make can reveal the principles underlying our perceptual experience. Students are introduced to traditional as well as contemporary theories of perception and action. Child Developmental Psychology This unit introduces students to the psychological development of children from birth through adolescence. Major theoretical frameworks and research addressing cognitive, social, emotional and physical development are examined. Psychological Science Correlational Methods The essential techniques discussed in this unit are those of Correlation and Regression. Our focus will be on questionnaire design and analysis. The course begins with a discussion of the Correlational Approach in Psychology and issues in scale development. You will then move on to explore some of the more common multivariate techniques in which reasonably large numbers of measurements are made on each participant. Two broad types of multivariate techniques are discussed. Individual Differences In this unit you will be explore how individuals differ psychologically, with a specific focus on personality and intelligence. As part of this unit you will have the opportunity to engage in a number of personality and intelligence tests. Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods This unit provide introduction to qualitative design and data analysis in psychological research. Cognition Cognition concerns the scientific study of how we attend, perceive, remember, imagine, think logically, solve problems, communicate, and plan and execute action. In this unit you will focus on a particular selection of topics: the nature of memory, the psychology of language, explanations for the mind s limited capacity for cognitive processing, visual imagery, and the relation between mental activity, brain structure, and function. Abnormal Psychology This unit provides an introduction to the symptoms, diagnosis, and aetiological theories of a range of psychological disorders in adults and children. The unit strongly emphasizes the scientist-practitioner model and the framework of evidence-based treatments. Indigenous and Cross Cultural Psychology Psychology has developed in a western context, particularly in the USA. Psychological theories and practice has reflected the western dominance. This unit is designed to explore the extent to which theory and practice are etic (applicable to all cultures) or emic (culture specific). Work, Family and Community In this unit you will adopt an ecological perspective to understand the psychological relationship between work, family, and community. Adult Developmental Psychology This unit follows on from Child Developmental Psychology and explores the psychological development theories through adulthood. The areas of cognitive, social and personality development are examined. In addition this unit covers the psychology of vocation and career development; the role of family; death and dying; and mental health in older adults. 5 Advanced Psychological Science Mixed Methods In this unit you will explore qualitative and mixed methods psychological research. The theoretical perspective provided in the lectures will be supplemented with practical experience in conducting and analysing qualitative and mixed methods psychological research in the laboratories and assessments. Advanced Topics in Applied Psychology The primary focus of this unit is to ensure that you can develop the necessary skills to apply and use theory in practice. The unit provides you with the opportunity to apply the theoretical learning of the past 3 years in a real world setting.

6 6 Introduction to Counselling This unit has two components. The first is an introduction to a range of psychological interventions. The nature of these interventions is investigated in the social and historical context. A second aim is to establish the basic counselling skills involved in interview and consultation processes in a conceptual framework that allows flexibility and understanding of the helping and change processes, and the acquisition of basic helping and interpersonal communication skills that underpin the majority of the main theoretical systems. Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation During the fourth year you will complete Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation in semester 1 and Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation in semester 2. Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation consists of the preparation of a group research project, while in Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation you work towards completion of the project and submission of your individual dissertation. Principles of Psychological Assessment This unit focuses on the theory and practice of psychological testing and assessment relevant to professional practice as a psychologist in a range of professional settings. Contemporary Professional Development Contemporary Professional Development deals with issues that affect the practice of professional psychologists. You will deal with ethical issues, working in organisations, implications of registration as a psychologist and the various governmental and non-governmental regulations affecting practice. Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Students jointly conduct the research planned in the associated unit Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation and write up an individual account in the form of a dissertation. Quality Assurance in Psychological Research This unit covers issues that affect the quality of research. It will enhance your ability to design and conduct research and to appreciate the factors that affect the success of research in applied settings. This unit is also based on the assumption that you have an ethical obligation to understand and to be able to critically evaluate the research that informs your practice of psychology. Even if you do not undertake research after graduation, you will still need to practice psychology in an informed manner (evidence based practice). Psychology Honours Dissertation Preparation This unit involves the preparation of a research proposal under the guidance of your supervisor. Psychology Honours Dissertation In this unit you will continue with your research project and prepare your dissertation. About the Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Resource Management) This degree is designed to provide a basis in and appreciation of the scientific discipline of psychology as well as the human resource management profession. This combination provides graduates with a highly marketable knowledge base that allows them to relate to a broad range of managers, professionals and consultants, and also provides a foundation for graduate studies in either professional application or research. Students study a combination of psychology and management units in each semester. In addition the course provides a broad appreciation of human behaviour and experience by including units relating to interdisciplinary health practice. Course Requirements Applicants must meet the University s standard entry requirements, which include English competency. Desirable WACE courses: Mathematics 2C/2D. Duration The course length is four years full-time or part-time equivalent. Professional Recognition The degree is accredited by the Australian Human Resource Institute. Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Human Resource Institute. This course is an accredited 3-year sequence of study in psychology. A further year in psychology is necessary to apply for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and to apply for provisional registration as a psychologist. This further year of study must be an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited fourth year of study in psychology. After this you must complete two years supervised psychological practice, or a one year professional post graduate qualification and one year of supervised psychological practice, or a two-year master program for full registration as a psychologist. This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Graduate Destinations Graduates will have the skills necessary to work in a range of business environments, including human resource management, welfare agencies, labour market industry, and training and development in both government and private enterprise. Graduates also have the skills that are sought by employers in government departments concerned with health, community services, employment and training, and youth and family services. Employers include: Private Sector Businesses Department of Health Department for Child Protection Department for Corrective Services Disabilities Service Commission.

7 Course Structure 7 Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Resource Management) (314895) Course coordinator: Associate Professor Natalie Gasson Year Unit Code Unit Name % of Year Year 1, Semester 1 CMHL1000 Foundations for Professional Health Practice 12.5 PSYC1000 Introduction to Psychology 12.5 PSYC1002 Science and Professional Practice in Psychology 12.5 MGMT1000 Fundamentals of Management 12.5 Year 1, Semester 2 PSYC1001 Foundations of Psychology 12.5 CMHL1001 Evidence Informed Health Practice 12.5 CMHL1003 Health and Health Behaviour 6.25 INDH1000 Indigenous Cultures and Health 6.25 MGMT2000 Organisational Behaviour 12.5 Year 2, Semester 1 HUMB1000 Human Structure and Function 12.5 BEHV2000 Psychological Science Experimental Methods 12.5 PSYC2000 Psychology of Learning 12.5 PSYC2001 Social Psychology 12.5 Year 2, Semester 2 BIOL1002 Brain and Behaviour 12.5 PSYC2002 Psychological Science Correlational Methods 12.5 PSYC2003 Child Developmental Psychology 12.5 MGMT2008 Human Resource Management Introduction 12.5 Year 3, Semester 1 PSYC3005 Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods 12.5 HRMM3000 Performance and Conflict Management 12.5 MGMT2007 Australian Industrial Relations 12.5 MGMT3013 Selecting and promoting staff 12.5 Year 3, Semester 2 BIOL2005 Perception 12.5 PSYC3004 Advanced Psychological Science Mixed Methods 12.5 MGMT3014 Remuneration and Reward Management 12.5 MGMT2009 Intro to Human Resource Development 12.5 Year 4, Semester 1 PSYT3000 Abnormal Psychology 12.5 PSYC3002 Individual Differences 12.5 BIOL3005 Cognition 12.5 MGMT3012 International Human Resource Management 12.5 Year 4, Semester 2 PSYC3001 Work, Family and Community 12.5 PSYC3003 Adult Developmental Psychology 12.5 PSYC3000 Indigenous and Cross Cultural Psychology 12.5 MKTG3000 Business Capstone 12.5

8 8 Unit Descriptions Foundations for Professional Health Practice This unit will start to prepare you for a career as a health professional, by exploring the foundations needed for the safe, high quality, ethical care of clients, including individuals, groups, communities and companies. It is important for all health professionals to have an understanding of the system in which they practice and this unit will introduce you to the health care system in Australia as well as exploring comparisons with International health care systems. Finally, this unit will prepare you for success in your course by exploring the motivations behind your career decisions and by providing you with the academic skills to demonstrate your knowledge and skills through oral and written communication. Introduction to Psychology This is a first year unit which is a core unit for many students in the Faculty of Health Sciences, and studied as an option unit by students from many other Faculties. The unit will provide an introduction to the study of human behaviour. During semester you will study a number of aspects of human behaviour and develop an understanding of how characteristics of an individual, and the people around them, can influence behaviour. You will also examine some of the underlying processes necessary for behaviour change. Science and Professional Practice in Psychology This unit examines the relationship between the science and practice of psychology, the significance of scientifically conducted research and the importance of ethics to psychology. Lectures in this unit address topics such as responsibility and ethics, experimentation, correlation and causation, and evaluating and disseminating research. Guest lecturers provide an insight into the career opportunities for graduates of psychology and the practice of psychology as a profession. A key component of this unit will be to examine your own understanding of good science and ethical conduct in psychology. Fundamentals of Management Management introduces management theory and how this theory may be applied to practice. After examining the current landscape of management practice, you will analyse the major functions of management and some key areas of management practice. The unit also introduces some key skills required of contemporary managers. Specifically, you are required to prepare solutions to management problems and develop team-working skills. Foundations of Psychology The aim of this unit is to develop your interest in and understanding of the scientific study of behaviour, and to introduce you to some of the major areas of psychological investigation and the progress which has been made in them to date. No unit in psychology will give you a complete understanding of yourself or of other people, but it should encourage an attitude of enquiry and concern which will enable you to use your knowledge of psychology in forming a better and more realistic understanding of yourself and those around you. Evidence Informed Health Practice Evidence Informed Health Practice is a foundation unit in your health sciences degree. As health science graduates, many of you will be responsible for providing information or making decisions that influence the health and health care of individuals, groups or communities. Regardless of whether your future work is in the laboratory, a hospital ward or in the community, it is vital that you make informed professional practice decisions. You will do this by understanding the questions that you need to answer, identifying the different types of scientific evidence available, critically evaluating the evidence and determining its value in answering your questions. Health and Health Behaviour The aim of this unit is to introduce you to health and for you to develop an understanding of the many factors (that surround people and that are within people) which influence physical health, mental health and social well-being. These factors impact on the health of everyone - individuals, families, communities and even whole populations. For every person who is unwell, there is often a complex story about the many and varied factors which have contributed to their health issues. Indigenous Cultures and Health In this unit students will examine culture and diversity within local, national and global, Indigenous populations; impacts of specific policies and historical events on Indigenous Australians and their effects on health and health care access. Students will analyse health outcomes of Indigenous Australians and explore underlying social determinants, and how health professionals can work collaboratively/in consultation with Indigenous individuals, families, communities and organisations. Organisational Behaviour Consideration of the impact made by individuals, groups and structure on behaviour within organisations of all kinds. Application of the knowledge gained in improving the effectiveness of organisations. The topics reflect consideration of individuals and behaviour at work, how people form groups, behaviour in those groups, and the mutual influence between individuals, and groups and organisations. Human Structure and Function In this unit you will answer questions about how the human body is maintained, and explore the link between macroscopic and microscopic structures that achieve homeostasis. You will be well supported by unit materials that will prepare you for the activities you will do in the face-to-face sessions each week. Assessment tasks with feedback will help you to achieve the unit outcomes. We hope this unit will inspire students to think about how the body works in an integrated and functional way, and provide a solid framework on which to build in other units in your particular course. Psychological Science Experimental Methods This is the first of several research methods units that you will take in this course. In these units you will examine how psychologists know the things they claim to know (including how they assess the efficacy of their techniques and treatments), and begin evaluating the evidence on which these claims are based. Although we will cover many different topics along the way, this unit, and those that follow it, are ultimately about developing your scientific literacy, and equipping you with the tools

9 and knowledge needed to be able to sort science from pseudoscience; to discriminate between sense and nonsense. Psychology of Learning This unit deals with the principles of learning and motivation. How do we learn? We answer this question initially by looking at animal models of learning and applying them to human learning. In addition you will look at more complex forms of human learning, the interaction with motivation, and its applications in therapy, parenting and education. Social Psychology A key focus of this unit is to apply the principles of social psychology to everyday life, using both historical examples and current issues to examine the sometimes baffling and counterintuitive findings. For example, why is it that people are less likely to receive help if more people are available to give help? Why do people sometimes agree to things they know to be inaccurate? Why do people enjoy a boring task more when they are paid less for doing it? How can a regular person be led to commit horrific and violent acts against other people? These are just a few of the many questions at the heart of social psychology. Brain and Behaviour The aim of this unit is to develop your interest in, and understanding of, the scientific study of human behaviour. You will learn about the brain, some major areas of investigation and the progress which has been made in them. Teaching will be structured around some core areas and concepts (e.g., the evolution, structure, and development of the brain, major neural networks) and provide you with opportunities to apply your developing knowledge to real life cases. Psychological Science Correlational Methods The essential techniques discussed in this unit are those of Correlation and Regression. Our focus will be on questionnaire design and analysis. The course begins with a discussion of the Correlational Approach in Psychology and issues in scale development. You will then move on to explore some of the more common multivariate techniques in which reasonably large numbers of measurements are made on each participant. Two broad types of multivariate techniques are discussed. Child Developmental Psychology This unit introduces students to the psychological development of children from birth through adolescence. Major theoretical frameworks and research addressing cognitive, social, emotional and physical development are examined. Human Resource Management Introduction In this unit you will analyse current Human Resource Management theory and practice by exploring human resource problems in the workplace to understand solutions to real-life issues and problems. Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods This unit provide introduction to qualitative design and data analysis in psychological research. Australian Industrial Relations This unit introduces the foundations of industrial relations and examines both the theory and practice influencing contemporary industrial relations in Australia. It examines new and emerging developments and practices in the Australian industrial relations system and their relationship to changes in political, economic and social environments within an international context. Performance and Conflict Management Provides a conceptual foundation of the key issues in performance and conflict management as well as an overview and critical analysis of the methods and tools used in organisations. The unit also provides a forum within which to discuss and analyse the issues. International Human Resource Management Explores the impact of the global environment on the management of human resources; examines processes of expatriation and repatriation in multinational organisations and the impact of cultural and country differences on human resource policies and practices. Advanced Psychological Science Mixed Methods In this unit you will explore qualitative and mixed methods psychological research. The theoretical perspective provided in the lectures will be supplemented with practical experience in conducting and analysing qualitative and mixed methods psychological research in the laboratories and assessments. Perception This unit asks whether the reality of consciousness (what we perceive to be out there) is the same as the reality in the external physical world (what is out there). Though we examine other senses briefly the focus of the course is on visual perception. Topics include the biological basis of sensation and perception, perception of colour, size, form, depth and motion as well as smell and touch. In the lectures and laboratories we explore situations in which the perceptual system can be tricked and discuss how the errors we make can reveal the principles underlying our perceptual experience. Students are introduced to traditional as well as contemporary theories of perception and action. Remuneration and Rewards Management This unit examines concepts and theories related to the management of total rewards systems in organisations. The importance of remuneration in reinforcing an organisations culture. International trends on reward management and employee benefits and incentives for retention strategies and productivity gains will be examined. Job evaluation and techniques for managing performance of employees. Intro to Human Resource Development This unit examines the theory, principles and practices associated with adult learning in the workplace. It focuses on adult learning theory, learning needs analyses; evaluating learning and development activities and their impacts, and designing and delivering training and development workshops. 9

10 10 Abnormal Psychology This unit provides an introduction to the symptoms, diagnosis, and aetiological theories of a range of psychological disorders in adults and children. The unit strongly emphasizes the scientist-practitioner model and the framework of evidence-based treatments. Individual Differences In this unit you will be explore how individuals differ psychologically, with a specific focus on personality and intelligence. As part of this unit you will have the opportunity to engage in a number of personality and intelligence tests. Cognition Cognition concerns the scientific study of how we attend, perceive, remember, imagine, think logically, solve problems, communicate, and plan and execute action. In this unit you will focus on a particular selection of topics: the nature of memory, the psychology of language, explanations for the mind s limited capacity for cognitive processing, visual imagery, and the relation between mental activity, brain structure, and function. Selecting and Promoting Staff This unit provides the theoretical framework underpinning contemporary practice with regards to effectively and efficiently recruiting, selecting, and promoting staff in organisations. A range of recruitment environments are considered, including internal and external recruitment, consulting, contingent work, and executive recruitment. Learning areas include job analysis, legal considerations, assessment considerations, diversity issues and staff promotion. Work, Family and Community In this unit you will adopt an ecological perspective to understand the psychological relationship between work, family, and community. Adult Developmental Psychology This unit follows on from Child Developmental Psychology and explores the psychological development theories through adulthood. The areas of cognitive, social and personality development are examined. In addition this unit covers the psychology of vocation and career development; the role of family; death and dying; and mental health in older adults. Indigenous and Cross Cultural Psychology Psychology has developed in a western context, particularly in the USA. Psychological theories and practice has reflected the western dominance. This unit is designed to explore the extent to which theory and practice are etic (applicable to all cultures) or emic (culture specific). Business Capstone Explores the impact of the global environment on the management of human resources; examines processes of expatriation and repatriation in multinational organisations and the impact of cultural and country differences on human resource policies and practices. Academic Staff Peter Allen Peter is the unit coordinator for Psychological Science and Psychological Science, and supervises fourth year and honours research students. His research interests include online behaviour and mlearning. Dr Frank Baughman Frank is a lecturer in the School of Psychology and Speech Pathology. His research and teaching approach uses a blend of empirical and computational methodologies to examine the development of perceptual abilities, and how these contribute to intelligent behaviour. He is unit coordinator for Perception and Individual Differences. Dr Mara Blosfelds Mara is the unit coordinator of Cognition. She also lectures in Introduction to Psychology and Foundations of Psychology. Associate Professor Brian Bishop Brian s interests are in community, social and environmental psychology. He has worked with CSIRO on natural resource management issues in the last decade. He also has interests in Indigenous psychology. Dr Lauren Breen Lauren is a Senior Lecturer and provides guest lectures in a number of undergraduate units while she completes a research project funded by the Australian Research Council. Her research centres on health services research and vulnerable populations and she is known nationally and internationally for bereavement research. Dr Peta Dzidic Peta is the unit coordinator of Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods and Work, Family and Community. Her research area is in the field of community and applied social psychology with particular interest in; environmental values and behaviours, sense of community, participation and empowerment, rural and neighbourhood studies and inclusion of vulnerable groups. Dr David Garratt-Reed David is a Lecturer in undergraduate Psychology and Clinical Psychologist Registrar. His particular interest is clinical psychology. He is the unit coordinator for Abnormal Psychology and Foundations of Psychology. He supervises Psychology Honours Dissertation Preparation, Psychology Honours Dissertation, Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation Preparation and Psychology Undergraduate Dissertation. Associate Professor Natalie Gasson Natalie Gasson is a registered psychologist and the program director for Undergraduate Psychology. She teaches applied psychology and adult developmental psychology.

11 11 Dr Robert Kane Robert s area of expertise is research design and data analysis in applied behavioural research. He is the unit controller for the external unit Research Methods. He is also the School s statistical consultant, and a statistical consultant for the journal First Language and the journal Nursing research. Dr Andrea Loftus Dr Loftus is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology, teaching Brain and Behaviour and Professional Practice in Psychology. Dr Loftus research focuses on the rehabilitation of motor and cognitive function following brain injury, with a particular focus on Parkinson s Disease and Stroke. Dr Loftus is the Director of the Curtin Neuroscience Laboratory and Director of the Parkinson s Centre (ParkC). Joel Howell Joel is a lecturer in undergraduate psychology. His main teaching interest are in the area of clinical work and experience. He has taught in a number of units including Abnormal Psychology and Science and Professional Practice in Psychology. Kelly Prandl Kelly is a lecturer in the undergraduate psychology program. Her areas of interest include clinical psychology, perinatal mental health, women s mental health and health professional communication skills. Associate Professor Lynne Roberts Lynne s research interests include public attitudes to crime and justice, online interactions, research ethics and evidence based teaching and learning in higher education. Lynne is currently a National Teaching Fellow conducting a project to identify, develop and disseminate best practice in supporting honours and coursework dissertation supervision. Dr Takeshi Hamamura Takeshi is a Lecturer in Psychology teaching Child Development and Social Psychology. His research interest is in social and cross-cultural psychology. In particular, he is interested in the psychology of immigration and globalisation, as well as intergroup relations. Emily Castell Emily is the unit coordinator of Advanced Psychological Science Qualitative Methods, and teaches in the areas of indigenous and cross-cultural psychology and community psychology. Dr Amy Lampard Dr Lampard is the unit coordinator for Introduction to Counselling and Principles of Psychological Assessment. Her research interests include weight and shape control behaviours, eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, and weight stigma. Dr Lorraine Sheridan Lorraine is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology who contributes to the third year Abnormal Psychology unit and coordinates the third year Advanced Psychological Science: Mixed Methods unit. She is a forensic psychologist and her main research focus is on stalking and other forms of intrusive behaviour. Lorraine is also very interested in cross-cultural research. Dr Alicia Handley Alicia Handley delivers lectures and tutorials in several units, including Science and Professional Practice in Psychology and Foundations of Psychology. Alicia also supervises fourth year and honours research projects, as well as Masters research projects. Specific Enquiries Specific enquiries about the academic content of the course, eligibility, and selection procedures may be addressed to: Associate Professor Natalie Gasson Course Coordinator n.gasson@curtin.edu.au Dr David Garratt-Reed D.Garratt-Reed@curtin.edu.au

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