Developmental Psychology (UoA)

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 5029
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Course ID
204639
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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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.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

What is human development, and does it ever stop? In what ways do people change and stay the same as they get older? This course will provide you with a multidimensional understanding of development across the lifespan. We will consider established and emerging theories, along with contemporary research and applications, in both child and adult development.

Course learning outcomes

  • Explain key concepts in psychological development across the lifespan.
  • Reflect on key methodological, ethical and safety issues that impact on research and practice across the lifespan.
  • Apply an ecological perspective to development across the lifespan
  • Critically evaluate theory and research related to developmental psychology.5Communicate evidence-based approaches to address issues in developmental psychology.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Short Response Questions, Case Study, Assignment

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Study Graduate Diploma in Psychology at Adelaide University - Information for Domestic students