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Undergraduate | CUR-PSB220 | 2023

Introduction to Health Psychology

Delve into the connections between people’s minds and bodies to better understand wellbeing. You’ll explore both the positive and risky behaviours that can influence people’s health. Touch on the connection between stress and illness. 

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Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
13 weeks

Start dates

  • 29 May 2023
  • 27 Nov 2023

Price from

$1,892

Upfront cost

$0

HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available

About this subject

  • At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

    1. apply theories of health behaviour to understanding health risk and protective behaviours
    2. describe the impact of illness on the individual and their family
    3. compare strategies for changing risk behaviours

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL

This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

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Student feedback

12 student respondents between: 20 Feb - 15 Sept 2023.

91%of students felt the study load was manageable

91%of students felt this subject helped them gain relevant skills

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What to study next?

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Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology

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