Introduction to Wellbeing in Education

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your study is delivered on campus and/or online
On campus, 100% online
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Area/Catalogue
EDUC 5072
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Course ID
206254
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Mawson Lakes, Online
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Education, Adelaide University
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will analyse and critique developments in wellbeing education in diverse contexts. The subject examines the philosophical underpinnings of wellbeing education, scientifically informed approaches and its impact on learning. Students will learn about a range of theories of wellbeing and flourishing relevant to education from across the world.

Course learning outcomes

  • Examine the philosophical claims of well-being education
  • Evaluate definitions of well-being and flourishing withing educational contexts
  • Critique the impact of well-being education

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed EDUC7064 Introduction to Wellbeing in Education at the University of Adelaide
Degree list
The following degrees include this course