PSYC3020 Health Psychology
Later Year Course
| Offered By | Research School of Psychology |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Psychology |
| Offered in | Second Semester, 2012 and Second Semester, 2013 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
Health Psychology introduces the student to the intricate relationships existing between psychological factors and the biological processes of human health and illness. The course begins by describing the emergence of the field of health psychology, models of health behaviour, and a basic understanding of biological processes. The course then goes on to examine in detail various topics that highlight the role of psychosocial factors in the genesis of health and disease (including a broad range of disorders), as well as the role of psychosocial interventions in assisting individuals to improve their health. |
| Indicative Assessment |
A 3000 word essay due mid-semester (50%) and (b) an end-of-year formal 2 hour examination (50%). |
| Workload | Two hours of lectures per week and 18 hours of laboratories spread across the semester. |
| Areas of Interest | Health, Medicine and the Body and Psychology |
| Requisite Statement |
Two of PSYC2001, 2002, 2004, 2007 or 2008 (It is also strongly recommended that students take PSYC3025 Abnormal Psychology in the first semester). |
| Incompatibility |
with PSYC3010 (a previously offered course) |
| Majors/Specialisations | Psychology |
| Programs | Graduate Diploma in Psychological Studies, Graduate Diploma in Psychological Studies, Bachelor of Science (Psychology), and Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) |
| Science Group | C |
| Academic Contact | Dr Elizabeth Rieger and Dr Jay Brinker |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.
