Contemporary Issues in Psychology 2

Undergraduate | 2026

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PSYC 4007
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Course ID
207986
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Psychology
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Blake Quinney
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Course level
4
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No
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University-wide elective course
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Course overview

Learn about the ways psychology is applied to understanding and addressing issues of justice. Using research findings, psychological theory and case examples, this course will explore the use of psychological literature and risk assessment to promote equitable outcomes. It will also explore major approaches and controversies regarding justice, rehabilitation, restorative practices, and controversies surrounding systems of accountability and fairness.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the roles and tasks of psychologists in settings focused on issues of justice.
  • Explore implications of psychological disorders in the context of justice.
  • Communicate the strengths and limitations of psychological research related to justice, risk assessment, restorative practices and rehabilitation.
  • Describe conceptual limitations of risk assessment, rehabilitation and restorative approaches for Indigenous people and innovations to address these limitations.
  • Building on foundational competencies, analyse and synthesise psychological theory and research findings concerning selected types of justice controversies.
  • Apply psychological intervention strategies, risk assessment strategies, and alternative approaches to restoration and/or rehabilitation in specific cases.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
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Fri 21/08/2026
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Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
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Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 57641
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 140
Available
Available 140
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
3 Aug - 7 Sep Monday 10:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, 205

Magill

Class number
Class number 56260
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 37
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Available 37
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 9 Sep Wednesday 10:10am - 12pm Magill Building C, C1-34

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed all of PSYC3036 Perception & Cognition/PSYC3038 Advanced Career & Research Skills in Psychology B/PSYC3040 Health & Lifespan Development Psychology

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed PSYCHOL4312 Contemporary Issues in Psychology 2 at the University of Adelaide

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