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Principles of Positive Psychology (EDUC91041)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online and Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1 (Extended)
Lara Mossman: lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Lara Mossman: lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
Availability | Semester 1 (Extended) - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 (Early-Start) - Online |
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This subject introduces the science of positive psychology. Students will critically examine the historical development of the field, distinguish amongst different conceptualisations of wellbeing and flourishing, and develop a foundation in core constructs that contribute to and support wellbeing and resilience. The subject focuses on scientifically-sound processes and techniques, with the aim of helping students to become critical consumers of the literature. Interactive sessions and assignments will help students engage with, and begin to apply wellbeing science in their context and provides a strong foundation for subsequent subjects.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Describe the fundamental assumptions and objectives of positive psychology
- Identify key scholars and works within the historical development of positive psychology
- Compare and evaluate the contextual relevance of different conceptualisations of wellbeing
- Communicate principles of positive psychology and wellbeing-related research clearly, critically and persuasively across different audiences
- Reflect upon the personal and professional relevance of a variety of positive psychology and wellbeing-related principles
Generic skills
This subject develops the following generic skills:
- Analytical skills and the ability to construct and articulate logical arguments
- Collaborative and teamwork skills through working with fellow students
- Effective organisational and planning skills
- Ability to gather, interpret, and distinguish relevant supporting scientific evidence and data
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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EDUC90787 | Principles of Positive Psychology | No longer available |
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 book quiz on positive psychology principles (1000 words equivalent)
| Mid semester | 20% |
Blog post about positive psychology principles
| End of the teaching period | 30% |
Critical analysis of positive psychology principles
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% attendance at all synchronous sessions | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Extended) - Dual-Delivery
Coordinator Lara Mossman Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours: Comprising 12 hours of on-campus sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 3 June 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 Semester 1 (Extended) contact information
Lara Mossman: lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2 (Early-Start) - Online
Coordinator Lara Mossman Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 24 hours: Comprising 12 hours synchronous online sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 29 July 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
Lara Mossman: lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au
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 Education Course Master of Applied Positive Psychology Course Professional Certificate in Positive Psychology - Links to additional information
Melbourne Graduate School of Education: https://education.unimelb.edu.au/
Last updated: 10 February 2024