Unit details
HDS209 - Diversity in Childhood and Adolescence
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Moore |
| Incompatible with: | HDS102 |
| Contact hours: | 2 hour lecture and 1 hour tutorial per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit aims to provide students with an understanding of the nature of diversity in development. Content includes: genetics and embryology; the developing individual as a multi-dimensional being; risk factors in child and adolescent development; biological and environmental issues and ongoing development including neurological, sensory and physical impairments, severe and multiple disability, Autism and developmental disorders.
Assessment
Exercises (2000 words) 50%, examination (2 hours) 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $755 | $2269 | $2442 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
