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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.
This course will examine human development from conception to late adolescence, and will cover social, emotional, behavioural, neuropsychological, cognitive, and biological 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 will be presented by way of lectures, video clips, the textbook, and laboratory work.
The objectives of the course are to: Develop a broad understanding of the major theoretical influences that have influenced contemporary thinking about child and adolescent development. Develop an appreciation of the research process when working with children and adolescents, and begin to develop skills in the critical evaluation of developmental research. Examine the multidimensional nature of development, as well as the important role that both biological and environmental factors play in shaping development, contributing to risk and resilience. Explore a broad range of developmental concepts and issues that will provide a sound foundation for advanced study in the areas of developmental and/or clinical psychology.
PSYC104, orPSYC105 and PSYC106
Seth Harty
Sigelman, De George, Cunial, Rider; Lifespan Human development ; 3rd Australian and New Zealand Edition; Cengage Learning Australia, 2019.
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Domestic fee $877.00
International fee $4,438.00
* 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.
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