HPS302 - Developmental Psychology (Adult)
| Year: | 2026 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Previously: | Pathways Through Adulthood |
| Prerequisite: | HPS202 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | HPS782 |
| Study commitment: | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 1.5 hour on-campus seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - online: | 1 x 1.5 hour online seminar per week |
Content
This unit examines psychological development across adulthood and ageing. The unit considers processes of growth and decline from emerging to late adulthood. Students will explore social roles and relationships, personality development, physical and cognitive change, neurocognitive disorders, such as dementia, and adaptation to aged care environments. A key feature of the unit is its emphasis on qualitative enquiry, with students developing qualitative analysis skills to answer a developmental research question. The unit also has a particular focus on the needs and supports of older adults.
Unit fee information
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