psy2ach abnormal, clin
ABNORMAL, CLINICAL AND HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
PSY2ACH
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this unit students will be introduced to a variety of conditions outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV-TR with the aim of defining the characteristics of each condition and offering treatment options across various schools of thought. The curriculum also includes key topics from clinical and health psychology with an aim of preparing students to better understand the more prevalent public health concerns. Students will have access to hypothetical cases in tutorials and will be able to choose an essay topic from a short list to research.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorBrad Wright
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites (One of PSY1EFP or PSY1PYA) and (One of PSY1CFP or PSY1PYB)
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PSY2PYA, PSY2PYB, PSY3PYA, PSY3PYB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
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Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBrad Wright
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via video conference.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Oral Presentation (15 mins) | 10 |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBrad Wright
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via video conference.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Oral Presentation (15 mins) | 10 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size372
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBrad Wright
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay(s) (2000 words) | 40 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Oral Presentation (15 mins) | 10 |