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Critical Review of Wellbeing Science (EDUC91045)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Online and On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Contact information
February
July
Overview
| Availability | February - Online July - On Campus |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject critically examines approaches to, criticisms of, and advances in interdisciplinary wellbeing-related research. Students are introduced to methodologies traditionally used within positive psychology research and related disciplines, developing skills in critically reading and engaging with the literature. Key critiques and debates in the field are examined, drawing on a range of disciplinary perspectives, with consideration around implications for applications of the science. With an eye towards the future, students are introduced to innovations in the field by leading practitioners and scholars, with collective consideration of implications for research and practice.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Evaluate concepts, key works, scholars, and developments that have influenced the field of positive psychology.
- Critique wellbeing-related research.
- Analyse research and practices employed in positive psychology and wellbeing sciences.
- Synthesise wellbeing-related claims clearly, critically and persuasively.
Generic skills
This subject develops the following generic skills:
- Problem solving skills that 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: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Note: the following subject/s can also be taken concurrently (at the same time)
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC91041 | Principles of Positive Psychology |
July (Online)
March (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
EDUC90787 Principles of Positive Psychology (no longer offered)
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 |
|---|---|---|
Written paper: Evaluating research in wellbeing science
| Mid semester | 40% |
Written essay: Critical analysis of wellbeing science
| During the examination period | 60% |
Attendance Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% attendance at all synchronous sessions | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- February - Online
Principal coordinator Becky Black Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 24 hours: Comprising 12 hours of synchronous online sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 26 February 2024 Pre teaching requirements During the pre-teaching period, students are required to engage with materials on the LMS. Teaching period 27 February 2024 to 30 April 2024 Last self-enrol date 26 February 2024 Census date 22 March 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 April 2024 Assessment period ends 27 May 2024 February contact information
- July - On Campus
Principal coordinator Dan Loton Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours: Comprising 12 hours of on-campus sessions and 12 hours of asynchronous online sessions Total time commitment 170 hours Pre teaching start date 22 July 2024 Pre teaching requirements During the pre-teaching period, students are required to engage with materials on the LMS. Teaching period 26 July 2024 to 11 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 22 July 2024 Census date 16 August 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 21 October 2024 July contact information
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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 Master of Applied Positive Psychology Course Graduate Certificate in Wellbeing Science - Links to additional information
Faculty of Education: https://education.unimelb.edu.au/
Last updated: 10 February 2024