VCE Extension Studies Program
- Health Practice and Research
- Psychological Science
- Eligibility, and how to apply
- Boost your ATAR score
- Gain university credit
VCE Extension Studies program offers students studying VCE Health and Human Development and VCE Psychology the opportunity to take on a university unit and start their Deakin University experience sooner.
Health Practice and Research
The two units in this extension study are designed to build on VCE Health and Human Development.
HBS110 Health Behaviour uses a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the impact of lifestyle and behaviours on health and factors that impact on health behaviours across the life span. You will develop an understanding of the process, challenges and skills involved in health behaviour change. You can study this unit in on-campus tutorials (Melbourne Burwood Campus) or fully online at a time and place that suits you. This unit involves three hours contact per week: one two-hour lecture and one one-hour tutorial. Assessment in this unit involves a six-week health behaviour journal (45%), 10 online weekly quizzes (10%) and an end of trimester examination (45%).
HBS108 Health Information and Data will help you develop skills in identifying and evaluating different forms of health evidence. You will learn how to make critical judgements about the many health claims we see every day and the quality of health information available to the public. You will develop skills in distinguishing valid, well-researched health claims from those that have little or no evidence to support them. This unit is taught fully online so you can choose to study whenever and wherever you like. While there are no formal contact hours, you will join one-hour online tutorials and discussion groups for three hours per week. Assessment in this unit is five online quizzes (25%), a 1000-word paper about a contentious health issue (25%) and an end of trimester examination (50%).
How you will learn: Deakin delivers quality online learning where you can access resources, connect with staff and students, and join discussions and tutorials. You will have full access to the Deakin Library, both on campus and online. While you will be studying with other Deakin students, there will be special discussion groups for VCE students as well as weekend workshops at our Melbourne Burwood Campus.
How these units relate to future studies at Deakin: If you go on to study at Deakin you may claim credit for these units as part of a range of health courses including nursing, exercise and sport science, occupational therapy, social work, psychology, vision science and public health and health promotion, or as elective units in other courses.
Are you eligible to apply?
- Students must have completed or studying concurrently VCE units 3 & 4 Human Health and Development to be eligible for Health Behaviour/Health Information and Data.
- To qualify for the program, above average results are required including a recommendation from a school teacher.
- Permission from a Parent/Guardian is required.
Psychological Science
The two units in this extension study are designed to build on VCE Psychology.
HPS111 Introduction to Psychology A will introduce you to the methods used by psychologists to understand human behaviour. It focuses on biological, environmental and cognitive factors, helping you to develop a scientist-practitioner approach to the study and practice of psychology. You can study this unit in on-campus tutorials (Melbourne Burwood Campus) or fully online at a time and place that suits you. Assessment includes an online presentation (25%), a written assignment (35%), a reflective journal (hurdle requirement) and an end-of-trimester examination (40%). It includes three contact hours per week: one two-hour seminar and one one-hour practical class taken on-campus or online.
HPS121 Introduction to Psychology B provides you with an understanding of contemporary theories and research in human personality. It focuses on mental health and wellbeing, the nature and causes of personality disorders and the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders. You will also explore theories of crime and their impact on the justice system. You can study this unit in on-campus tutorials (Melbourne Burwood Campus) or fully online at a time and place that suits you. Assessment in this unit includes a written assignment (50%) and an end-of-trimester examination (50%). This unit includes three contact hours per week: one two-hour seminar and one one-hour practical class taken either on-campus or online.
How you will learn: Deakin delivers quality online learning where you can access resources, connect with staff and students and join discussions and tutorials. You will have full access to the Deakin Library, both on campus and online. While you will be studying with other Deakin students, there will be special discussion groups for VCE students as well as weekend workshops at our Melbourne Burwood Campus.
How these units relate to future studies at Deakin: If you go on to study at Deakin you may claim credit for these units as part of your psychology course or as elective units within a non-psychology course.
Are you eligible to apply?
- Students must have completed or studying concurrently VCE units 3 & 4 Psychology to be eligible for Introduction to Psychology A/ Introduction to Psychology B
- To qualify for the program, above average results are required including a recommendation from a school teacher.
- Permission from a Parent/Guardian is required.
Eligibility, and how to apply
How to apply: Download, complete and return the application form.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19 December 2012.
Eligibility: Check your eligibility for each unit in the explanation below.
Boost your ATAR score
As part of Deakin University’s extension studies program you will be eligible to receive the ATAR increments. Increments are only given if you successfully complete both subjects.
In 2013, the increment is:
- 5.0 where a student averages at least 90
- 4.5 where a student averages at least 80 but less than 90
- 4.0 where a student averages at least 70 but less than 80
- 3.5 where a student averages at least 60 but less than 70
- 3.0 where a student averages at least 50 but less than 60
Gain university credit
If you enrol in a university course related to your Deakin University extension subjects, you will generally be able to gain credit. You may use this to accelerate your degree by going straight to the second year of the subject, or to lighten your first year study load.
Next steps
Start your application now by downloading the application form here.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19 December 2012.
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