Courses & Units
Complexity and Controversy in Psychology KHA452
Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
This unit explores the role of theory in a range of core and contemporary domains of psychological research. Through lectures, workshops, and written assignments, students will examine the processes of deriving hypotheses from theory and updating theory in light of results. Particular focus is placed on (i) the role of theory in understanding and resolving current, cutting-edge issues in psychological research, (ii) using theory to anticipate and interpret various plausible patterns of results for students’ own research theses.
Summary
| Unit name | Theoretical Controversies in Psychology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KHA452 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Christine Padgett |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Honours |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse contemporary theory and evidence in psychological science, including understanding the effects of social, historical, professional and cultural factors on the development of theory and research.
- Interpret and apply theory to both existing research, and as part of the development of your own research capabilities.
- Evaluate the ethical and pragmatic issues which can add ambiguity and complexity within the discipline of psychology.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090701 | $1,812.00 | $850.00 | $993.00 | $2,445.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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Requisites
Prerequisites
Admission into M4O or M4Y or R4E or S4ETeaching
| Teaching Pattern | 12 x three-hour lecture/workshop/seminar classes |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Exam (50%)|In class presentation|Written Assignment (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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