APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY

PSY1APP

2021

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject you will learn about how the discipline and practice of psychology can be applied in different ways (e.g., to promote mental health, physical health, social participation and inclusion), and in different areas including individual and public health, sports, forensic, and community-based psychology. You will consider how psychological theories and evidence can be applied to a range of psychology and health-related fields and be introduced to key practical skills relevant to these fields. You will create a personal development plan, which will involve self-reflection and evaluation of existing skills, skills to be developed, and strategies to developing self- efficacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem, with a view to your future career goals.�

SchoolPsychology and Public Health

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveYes

Learning ActivitiesFormative: Tutorial class exercises, online activities, personal development plan. Summative: Personal development plan, oral presentation, online quizzes.

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedYes

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsNo additional requirements.

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Describe how psychology theory and practice can be applied in a range of professions and fields

02. Demonstrate the ability to reflect on ones own behaviour, and consider the behaviour of others within the broader social context while being mindful of diversity and professional conduct

03. Evaluate the career options for psychology graduates and apply the insights gained to personal career plans.

Subject options

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Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 2, Online

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Bendigo, 2021, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Bendigo, 2021, Semester 2, Online

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via blended.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Online

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

TutorialWeek: 30 - 42
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group oral presentation (800 words equivalent)	N/A	Oral presentation	Group	No	20	SILO1, SILO2
Personal development plan and portfolio (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Portfolio	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Online quizzes (1500 words equivalent)	N/A	Quizzes	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2