UO Developmental Psychology

Undergraduate | 2026

Course page banner
area/catalogue icon
Area/Catalogue
PSYC 2018
Course ID icon
Course ID
204592
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
Unit value icon
Unit value
6
Course level icon
Course level
2
Study abroad and student exchange icon
Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
University-wide elective icon
University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes
alt
Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to further develop students' understanding of the main theories and concepts in lifespan developmental psychology and to apply this to develop solutions to contemporary psychosocial developmental problems. Students will build up their knowledge of developmental theories, principles and characteristics of individuals across the major developmental periods (prenatal, infancy and childhood, adolescence, and adulthood) in the key developmental domains (physical, cognitive, social and emotional). They will apply this knowledge to issues in lifespan development, cultural and ethical issues.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply knowledge of the major theories of developmental psychology to explain contemporary developmental issues at different periods of the lifespan
  • Explain the role of cultural and other contextual influences on human development
  • Analyse pathways to disadvantage in various life domains and suggest interventions to foster resilience

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A