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Undergraduate | USA-BEHL2016 | 2024

Developmental Psychology

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Study method
100% online
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
No ATAR needed,
No prior study
Duration
10 weeks

Start dates

  • 1 Apr 2024
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Price from

$2,200

Upfront cost

$0

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Developmental Psychology

About this subject

  • By the end of this 10-week course, you’ll be able to: 

    1. Apply knowledge of the major theories of developmental psychology to explain contemporary developmental issues at different periods of the lifespan. 
    2. Explain the role of cultural and other contextual influences on human development. 
    3. Engage in informed dialogues about contemporary developmental issues. 
    4. Analyse pathways to disadvantage in various life domains and suggest interventions to foster resilience.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL

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