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Principles of Positive Psychology (EDUC91041)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville) and Online

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Overview

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July - 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 November 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
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 November 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Online open book quiz on positive psychology principles (1000 words equivalent)

  • 60 minutes
Mid semester20%

Blog post about positive psychology principles

  • 1500 words
End of the teaching period30%

Critical analysis of positive psychology principles

  • 2500 words
During the examination period50%
Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% attendance at all synchronous sessionsThroughout the teaching periodN/A

Last updated: 10 November 2023

Dates & times

  • March - On Campus
    Principal coordinatorLara Mossman
    CoordinatorLanxi Huang
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours24 hours: Comprising 12 hours of on-campus sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Pre teaching start date26 February 2024
    Pre teaching requirementsDuring the pre-teaching period students are required to access materials on the LMS.
    Teaching period 1 March 2024 to 17 May 2024
    Last self-enrol date26 February 2024
    Census date22 March 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail26 April 2024
    Assessment period ends27 May 2024

    March contact information

    Lara Mossman: lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au and Lanxi Huang lanxi.huang@unimelb.edu.au

  • July - Online
    Principal coordinatorLara Mossman
    CoordinatorCagla Sanri
    Mode of deliveryOnline
    Contact hours24 hours: Comprising 12 hours synchronous online sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Pre teaching start date22 July 2024
    Pre teaching requirementsDuring the pre-teaching period students are required to access materials on the LMS.
    Teaching period23 July 2024 to 10 October 2024
    Last self-enrol date22 July 2024
    Census date16 August 2024
    Last date to withdraw without fail20 September 2024
    Assessment period ends21 October 2024

    July contact information

    Lara Mossman lara.mossman@unimelb.edu.au and Cagla Sanri cagla.sanri@unimelb.edu.au

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  • And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
    - Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
    - Completion rate. Students who started their course from 2022 and are in a CSP or receiving a HELP Loan (eg FEE-HELP) must meet the completion rate to continue to receive Commonwealth Support for that course.

Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement, and as a fail toward the completion rate, unless there are approved ‘special circumstances’.

Last updated: 10 November 2023

Further information

Last updated: 10 November 2023