Health Psychology introduces students to the intricate relationships existing between psychological factors and the biological processes of human health and illness. The course begins by describing the emergence of the field of health psychology, models of health behaviour, and a basic understanding of biological processes. The course then goes on to examine in detail various topics that highlight the role of psychosocial factors in the genesis of health and disease (including a broad range of disorders), as well as the role of psychosocial interventions in assisting individuals to improve their health.
Indicative Assessment
- (a) a 2000 word research report due mid-semester (40%), (40) [LO null]
- (b) a mid-semester test (10%), (10) [LO null]
- (c) an end-of-year formal 2 hour examination (50%). (50) [LO null]
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Workload
Two hours of lectures per week and 15 hours of laboratories spread across the semester.
Inherent Requirements
Not applicable
Requisite and Incompatibility
Majors
Minors
Specialisations
Fees
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $3840 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $5460 |
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7573 | 22 Jul 2019 | 29 Jul 2019 | 31 Aug 2019 | 25 Oct 2019 | In Person | View |