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Duration
18 weeks
Study method
100% online
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Assessments
Subjects may require attendance
Prior study
Required
Study terms
- 24 Feb 2020
This research-intensive university in north-western Sydney offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. With over 30,000 current students, Macquarie has a strong reputation for welcoming international students and embracing flexible and convenient study options, including its partnership with Open Universities Australia.
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Subject details
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- 1. Introduction to Psychopathology
- 2. Mood Disorders and Suicide
- 3. Anxiety and related Disorders
- 4. Eating Disorders
- 5. Substance-related and addictive Disorders
- 6. Sexual, paraphilic, and gender Disorders
- 7. Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders
- 8. Neurodevelopmental Disorders
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
MAQ-PSYX2248-Design and Statistics II , or MAQ-PSYX248-Design and Statistics II
Others
Completion of 2 PSYX units at 2000 level including PSYX2248
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 Students with an Academic Standing of Suspension or Exclusion who have enrolled in units through OUA will be withdrawn.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 focuses on so-called abnormal behaviour. Following a general introduction to the nature and study of abnormality, each of the main forms of psychopathology is discussed, along with theories of psychopathology and their evidence (when available).
- Written report (40%)
- Discussions on online forums (10%)
- Invigilated examination (50%)
Textbook information is pending.