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This course will examine human development from conception to late adolescence, and will cover neuropsychological, cognitive, biological, behavioural and socio-emotional development. Emphasis will be given to major theoretical influences that have shaped current thinking about child and adolescent development, as well as research methods and techniques that are used to study development. Key developmental issues will be considered in relation to both typical and atypical patterns of development.
The course is intended to provide a survey of classical and contemporary issues in developmental theory and research from the prenatal period to adulthood. Topics will include theories of development, biological, cognitive, language, social, emotional, and moral development, as well as attachment, the development of the self, the family, and peer relationships.
By the end of this course students should be able to: Understand core concepts and findings on biological, cognitive, social, and emotional development.Describe and integrate major theoretical approaches to understanding human development.Understand various methods used to investigate developmental changes.Connect understanding of developmental psychology to modern-day, real-world issues.Communicate clearly and concisely in written format.
PSYC105 and PSYC106
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Sebastian Dys
In the interest of equity and accessibility, there are no textbooks that students are required to purchase for this course. All assigned readings (book chapters and articles) which will be provided online via LEARN. Required Readings are obligatory to complete and questions referring to them will appear on the test or exam. Suggested Readings are not obligatory, though students may refer to these sources in their assignments or in response to short-answer questions on the test or exam.
Domestic fee $1,058.00
International fee $5,388.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .