Psychological Science: Putting Theory into Practice

• • 1. Introduction to the unit
  • 2. Finding a job
  • 3. Research Ethics at Macquarie University
  • 4. Psychological literacy
  • 5. Pathways to registration; Masters/professional programs; Career opportunities in psychology
  • 6. Integrating psychology disciplines; Case studies
  • 7. Professional organisations. The Australian Psychological Society
  • 8. Professional organisations and accreditation. National Practice Standards, and professional behaviour in psychology
  • 9. Legislation: The Mental Health Act (2007), Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act (2000), Privacy, Human Rights, Discrimination Laws
  • 10. Professional development: Self care in a high burnout profession and maintaining professional competence

Others

6 PSYX units at 2000 level and admission to Bachelor of Psychology

Special requirements

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  Students who have an Academic Standing of Suspension or Exclusion under Macquarie University's Academic Progression Policy are not permitted to enrol in OUA units offered by Macquarie University. Students with an Academic Standing of Suspension or Exclusion who have enrolled in units through OUA will be withdrawn.

This subject encourages students to reflect on their undergraduate degree, and to integrate their knowledge from the sub-disciplines of psychology into a more holistic understanding of psychology. This unit also assists students to understand their options with a psychology degree, the standards of professional practice that will be required of them as psychologists, and pathways to higher study or employment. In order to help students gain a more practical understanding of the psychology profession, and to make informed decisions about their own future, this unit includes a mandatory practicum.

• Practicum (Successful completion of practicum) (Pass/Fail%)
• Literature review (700 words) (20%)
• Project Report (1,500 words) (40%)
• Invigilated examination (40%)