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Capstone in Positive Psychology (EDUC90790)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville) and Online
About this subject
Contact information
February
July
Gavin Slemp <gavin.slemp@unimelb.edu.au> and Nikki Rickard <nrickard@unimelb.edu.au>
Overview
Availability | February - Online July - On Campus |
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The capstone draws on theory, knowledge, and skills gained throughout the Master of Applied Positive Psychology program. Students reflect upon and further explore key learnings, identifying pathways beyond completion of the MAPP program. The subject further explores a variety of research-related approaches and issues affecting study validity.
Applied to the capstone project, students design a project grounded in the science of positive psychology, wellbeing, or related disciplines, within the context of their choice. Students will be expected to critically review relevant literature, document planning decisions, and consider methods for evaluating intervention/study outcomes. The subject culminates with students sharing their capstone project in written and verbal forms.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Synthesise research employed in positive psychology and the wellbeing sciences
- Translate wellbeing-related research into a context relevant to their professional or personal interests
- Develop an ethically sensitive approach to study or impact upon wellbeing
- Design a research-based project with clear real-world implications
- Demonstrate a capacity to communicate positive psychology and wellbeing-related research clearly, critically and persuasively
- Demonstrate reflective practice regarding learning and professional application
Generic skills
This subject develops the following generic skills:
- Problem solving skills which are creative, innovative and solution focused
- Analytical skills and the ability to construct and articulate logical arguments
- Ability to critically investigate, revise and review new ideas and approaches
- Effective organisational and planning skills
- High level communication (oral and written) skills
- Ability to gather, interpret, and distinguish relevant supporting scientific evidence and data
Last updated: 4 September 2024