Introductory Psychology for Health Sciences
UndergraduateMAQ-MHHX10072026
Course information for 2026 intake
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
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- Enrol by
- 19 July 2026
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR needed, No prior study
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start dates
- 27 July 2026
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- $2,340
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Introductory Psychology for Health Sciences
About this subject
On successful completion, a student will be able to:
- Describe key psychological theories and principles relevant to health, including the biological, cognitive, and social factors that affect human behaviour.
- Use psychological concepts to analyse and address common health-related scenarios, such as understanding patient behaviour and supporting mental well-being in various healthcare contexts.
- Examine how psychological factors like stress and coping mechanisms influence health and wellness, and discuss their importance in health promotion and disease prevention.
- Convey psychological concepts and their implications for health and wellbeing clearly and appropriately to different audiences using various communication methods.
- A week-by-week guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials.
In this unit, you will delve into the fascinating world of psychology and discover how it connects to health. You will learn about key psychological ideas and explore how these concepts play a crucial role in health and well-being. In taking this unit, you will explore topics such as how stress affects health, why people make certain lifestyle choices, and how psychological factors impact recovery and wellness. You will also build valuable skills to help you understand and support others in a health setting, from working with patients to collaborating with healthcare teams. By the end of this unit, you will be able to apply psychological knowledge to real-life health scenarios and communicate your insights clearly and confidently, setting you up for future roles in the health sector.
- Case study analysis and reflection (40%)
- Reflective Journal (20%)
- Online invigilated examination (40%)
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- 0.125 EFTSL
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