BEHV 1027 The Individual in Society (UG Cert)
Credit Points 10
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Description This subject introduces the main theoretical perspectives for understanding the “individual in society”, including humanistic, biological, cognitive, behavioural and socio-cultural explanations of individual behaviour. These perspectives are further understood through application of the “levels of analysis” framework. The content then moves on to social psychology and covers topics such as self and identity, attitudes and attitude change, conformity and obedience, prejudice and discrimination, aggression, pro-social behaviour, and attraction and close relationships. Students explore the relevance of these topics to everyday life and contemporary issues.
School Social Sciences
Discipline Behavioural Science
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects BEHV 1021 - The Individual in Society
BEHV 1023 - The Individual in Society (WSTC)
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in Course 7170 – Undergraduate Certificate in Counselling and Mental Health.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 20 | N | ||
| Reflection | 15 | N | ||
| Reflection | 25 | N | ||
| Portfolio | 40 | N |
Prescribed Texts
Griffin, T. (Ed.). (2016). The individual in society (3rd ed.). North Ryde: McGraw-Hill.
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/wsudt/detail.action?docID=4770233
Note that this is a free e-textbook for students enrolled in The Individual in Society.
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Teaching Periods