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Introduction to Positive Psychology (PSYC90093)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
March
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Overview
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This subject introduces the science of positive psychology. Key concepts of positive psychology and well-being will be introduced. The theories will include hope theory, strengths theory self-determination theory, well-being theory, and broaden and build theory. Key concepts covered include optimism, gratitude, strengths, flow, meaning in life and well-being itself. Important research evidence from studies related to well-being and what impacts on well-being will be explored. Key ways to measure well-being and positive psychology constructs will be introduced. Using experiential learning cycles, students will be supported to make sense of this theory and evidence in using their work contexts and personal lives as opportunities for learning.
Intended learning outcomes
At the completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Recognise current and future directions of positive psychology
- Evaluate key positive psychological theories
- Apply contemporary scientific theories of positive psychology to real-world settings
- Reflect on personal and work related experiences using positive psychological concepts
Generic skills
- Problem-solving skills, including engaging with, researching and identifying strategies to solve unfamiliar problems and bring about change
- Analytical skills and the ability to construct and express logical arguments
- To learn to critically investigate, modify and adapt new ideas and approaches
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Translation of evidence for applied contexts
- Use of evidence and data
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted in Professional Certificate in Positive Psychology. This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Online open source test (approx. 90 minutes)
| 1-week after first workshop day | 15% |
Evaluation of a positive psychology theory – written blog
| 2-weeks after first workshop day | 35% |
Journal of wellbeing reflections
| 2 weeks after the third workshop | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Attendance at a minimum of 70% of all classes | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- March - Online
Coordinator Jacqui Francis Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 24 hours (3 x 8 hour workshop days) Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 12 March 2021 to 9 April 2021 Last self-enrol date 17 March 2021 Census date 26 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 April 2021 Assessment period ends 16 April 2021 March contact information
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Professional Certificate in Positive Psychology
Last updated: 10 February 2024