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Flinders University

COMMENCING STUDENTS

2017 ENROLMENT GUIDE

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

This is not an official University publication and while every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information it contains, the University’s publications on courses and student related policies and procedures should be consulted for definitive information.

SECTION 1: ENROLLING IN FIRST YEAR

1. The Academic Year comprises two semesters.

Semester 1: Weeks 1 – 14 27 February – 16 JuneMid Semester Break 10 April – 24 AprilExam period 19 June – 1 JulySupp exam period 17 July – 22 July

Mid-Year Break 3 July – 23 July

Semester 2: Weeks 1 – 13 24 July – 3 NovemberMid Semester Break 18 September – 1 OctoberExam period 6 November – 18 NovemberSupp exam period 4 December – 9 December

2. Full-time Students

Full time students complete a normal year’s work which is eight topics, four in the first semester and another four in the second semester.

Students enrolled in three or more topics per semester are deemed to be full-time students and qualify for Youth Allowance if eligible. If you are receiving Youth Allowance and you withdraw from a topic and your total study load is reduced below three topics in a semester, you must notify Centrelink. Note that although 3 topics per semester is classed as full-time, you will still need to complete 24 topics overall to complete your degree.

3. Part-time Students

There is no lower limit on the number of topics you have to study as a part-time student. You should also keep in mind that most upper level topics (2nd and 3rd level) have prerequisites and you should plan the sequence of your study accordingly. A prerequisite is a requirement which must be satisfied before you can commence studies in another topic, usually at a higher level.

4. Flexibility in topic choices

Although enrolment is normally completed before the start of the first week of Semester One, students are able to amend their enrolment up to the end of the second week of teaching. For example, if you were undecided about which of two topics to take, you could enrol in one, but attend the first lecture of both and change your enrolment if you decide to take the other topic. That way you haven’t missed out on any information in the topic in which you eventually end up.

In addition, you are not locked into your second semester enrolment, you can change this prior to the start of Semester Two. For example if you find you did not like the area of one of your non-Psych major topic, or an elective in Semester One, you could change for Semester Two.

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) – Template Course Rule 2017 - Semester 1 entry

This suggested study plan must be read in conjunction with the Course Rule for the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) degree at h tt p : / / w ww.fli n d ers.e du .a u / c o u rse s / r u le s / u nd er g ra d / bb sc_ hom e.cfm

Student must complete a major sequence in Psychology plus a second major in one of 12 specified disciplines (see below).

Year 1

Semester1

PSYC1101Psychology 1A

PSYC1106Research Methods 1

2nd Major Topic (Year 1)Check 2nd Major rule

Elective(perhaps a topic from anotherBBSC Major)

Semester2

PSYC1102Psychology 1B

2nd Major Topic (Year 1) Check 2nd Major rule



Year 2

Semester1


PSYC2020Cognition and Learning



Semester2

PSYC2019Personality and SocialPsychology

PSYC2021Human Development

PSYC2022Psychological Assessment and Measurement


Year 3

Semester1

PSYC3235Applications of Psychological Science

PSYC3xxx (PSYC Option)



Semester2





The topics in the purple cells are the core Psychology topics that you need to take each year. The topics in the green, orange and yellow cells can be moved around depending on how they fit with the course rule and timetable availability.

A major sequence in Psychology of 58.5 units (10 core PSYC topics and 3 PSYC electives). The topics shaded in purple above are Core Psychology topics for the BBSC for years 1, 2 and 3. In year three an additional 13.5 units (three topics) of Year 3 Psychology option topics must be chose from the following list:

PSYC3003 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (4.5 units) Semester 1PSYC3004 Advanced Social Psychology (4.5 units) Semester 2PSYC3008 Applied Cognitive Psychology (4.5 units) Semester 2PSYC3009 Lifespan Development in Cultural Perspective (4.5 units) Semester 1PSYC3010 Mind Brain and Behaviour (4.5 units) Semester 1PSYC3236 Forensic Psychology: Legal and Clinical (4.5 units) Semester 2

See over page for 2nd Major and elective information

plus select one of the following 2nd Major Sequences (2nd Majors consist of 36 Units, 8 topics)

• A rtificial I n telli g e n c e • Bi o l o g i c al S cie n c es • Cri m i n ology • D isa b ility a n d Developmental Education • H ealth St ud ies • Law and Society• M a n a g e m e n t • N e u r o scie n ce • P h il o s o ph y • P ublic Po licy• S o ci o l o g y • W o m e n's S t ud i e s

Read in conjunction with the BBSC Course Rule, please also read the guidelines for your chosen 2nd

Major

Not all topics are necessarily available each year.

In addition to the core and option topics for Psychology, and the core and option topics for the 2nd Major, there is space in your degree to undertake other elective topics - to make a total of 108 units. Elective topics may be selected from any offered by the University, provided entry and course requirements are met. Within the 108 units, at least 27 units but no more than 45 units of year 1 topics must be included.

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/rules/undergrad/majors/ba-lwso.cfm

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SECTION 2: CHOOSING YOUR TOPICS FOR ENROLMENT

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

To meet the first year requirements of your degree as a Behavioural Science (Psychology) student you must complete:

three first level psychology topics

PSYC1101 Psychology 1A (Semester 1)

PSYC1106 Research Methods I (Semester 1)

PSYC1102 Psychology 1B (Semester 2)

Plus

two first level topics from one of the 12 Behavioural Science second major areas

The first level topics available in each of the second major areas are listed on pages 7 - 11. Depending on their availability, you may enrol in the two topics in the same semester or one in each semester.

Plus

three topics as electives

Electives are individual topics which add breadth to your degree. Electives can be selected from any area of study across the University provided that you meet any pre-requisites. Possibilities are the elective topics PSYC1107 The Psychology of Weird and Wonderful Ideas and PSYC1108 The Psychology of Surviving and Thriving, which are both offered in Semester 2.

Many students take first level topics from another second major area as part of the elective component of their first year. When enrolling in second year, students can then choose which of the two areas they prefer to continue with as their second major.

One place to look for possible electives is to look at the list of majors and minors available in the BA, go to the Flinders University webpage, select <Current Students> then <Bachelor Degrees> then <Arts> and scroll down to see the majors.

For a more general way to search for possible elective topics, go to the Flinders University webpage, select <Current Students> then <Courses, topics and timetable> then <search topics>. This will allow you to select a Subject Area from the drop down menu (for example History), and if you insert a 1 in the Topic Number box and then click <Display Topics> you will be given a listing of the available first year topics in that area.

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TEMPLATE FOR FIRST YEAR ENROLMENT

Semester 1: 4 topics

1. Core psychology topic PSYC1101 Psychology 1A

2. Core psychology topic PSYC1106 Research Methods 1

3. 1st level topic – 2nd major ________________________

4. 1st level topic ________________________


1. Core psychology topic PSYC1102 Psychology 1B

2. 1st level topic – 2nd major __________________________

3. 1st level topic __________________________

4. 1st level topic __________________________

This template represents a “normal” full-time load.

It is possible to enrol in both of your first year, second major topics in the same semester if there is sufficient choice in first year offerings in your chosen area to allow it.

It is your responsibility to check that you have a workable timetable. When you enrol online you will also register in lectures and tutorials/practicals. A visual template will alert you to timetable clashes. Most topics offer a choice of times for tutorials/practical classes.

If you have issues with the timetable, please send a request through AskFlinders detailing the issue(s) you are facing.

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SECTION 3: BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE SECOND MAJOR SEQUENCES

1. The School of Psychology will have staff available for academic counselling from 16 January 2017.

2. Information on each of the second major areas is provided below, along with a list of the available first year topics.

*Page 12 gives two example patterns of full-time enrolment in the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology).

Artificial Intelligence

Ultimately, computer studies and information technology involve the application of technology to the solution of human problems at the personal, organisational and global level. Students undertaking studies in Psychology and Artificial Intelligence will be able to acquire fundamental knowledge that is relevant to the understanding of intelligence and behaviour, as well as to the development of scientific and technical skill sin areas including software engineering, artificial intelligence and programming languages.

Topic Number Topic Name SemCOMP 1001 Fundamentals of Computing 1COMP 1101 Information and Communications Technology 1A 1COMP 1102 Computer Programming 1* 2

*if you take all three topics in first year then you would have to take this topic in Semester 2.

Biological Science

The study of behaviour in Psychology draws upon other areas of study, including Biology. The Biological Science second major focuses on the whole-organism aspects of biology, which provide students with an understanding of a range of animal life and their ecology, physiology and behaviour. Students who complete first year Chemistry can also take molecular topics in biology which will provide students with an understanding of the biochemical and molecular pathways underlying behaviour.

Topic Number Topic Name SemBIOL 1101 Evolution of Biological Diversity 2Plus one ofBIOL 1102* Molecular Basis of Life 1BIOL 1112 Biology and Society 2

Recommended elective topicBIOL 1711 Introduction to Animal Behaviour 1

*BIOL1102 Molecular Basis of Life enables a greater choice of topics in year 2 or year 3.

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Criminology

Psychology and Criminology are complementary in many ways. Psychologists are involved in understanding behaviour, both normal and deviant. Psychologists advise and assist criminal justice agencies, such as the police and the courts, to assess the mental state of individuals for fitness to stand trial, or the capacity to know the difference between right and wrong, and the appropriateness of particular punishments. Cognitive and behaviour change techniques are widely practised in the corrections system. The Criminal Justice second major will provide students with a framework for the study of crime and the criminal process. Students will develop an understanding of the explanations for crime, reactions to crime, and the principal institutions of criminal justice.

Topic Number Topic Name SemCRIM 1101 Crime and Criminology 1CRIM 1102 Criminal Justice System 2

Disability and Developmental Education

The Disability and Developmental Education second major aims to provide students with an understanding of the needs of people with disabilities and how to promote their physical and emotional wellbeing. Currently, many psychologists are employed in human services and more specifically in disability services. The Disability and Developmental Education major complements Psychology and will provide students with a sound understanding of the unique needs of people with disabilities and the impact of disability on the individual and the family unit.

Topic Number Topic Name SemDSRS 1209 Human Diversity 1DSRS 1201 Perspectives of Disability and Rehabilitation 2

Health Studies

All health care workers, including psychologists, now work in multidisciplinary teams, with various health care personnel. The Health Studies major equips Psychology students with the skills and knowledge to work effectively in a team environment and to understand the challenges facing the health care system. These include changes to funding arrangements, society’s shifting population profile, and current ethical debates. The Health Studies major provides students with knowledge and skills in communication and counselling, human physiology and anatomy, as well as an understanding of the legal and ethical aspects of health care, the influence of sociology, politics and economics on the health care industry and current issues facing health care.

Topic Number Topic Name SemHLTH 1305 Health Practitioner Practice 1 1HLTH 1306 Health Practitioner Practice 2 2

*HLTH1101 Health Promotion for Health Professionals (Sem1) and HLTH1003 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care are compulsory Health Studies (Sem2)

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topics, normally taken in second and third year respectively, that could be taken in your first year in place of an elective.

Law and Society

Many jobs require an understanding of legal principles and an ability to comprehend specific laws relevant to specific jobs. Students in the Law and Society major study law, legal phenomena, and legal policies and practices within the broader social, historical and philosophical context and they acquire skills which enable them to think critically, identify and solve problems, and communicate effectively. Such as background is invaluable to psychologists who often work in areas such as the civil justice system (dispute resolution, family conferencing, child custody conferencing), criminal courts policing (forensic psychology, personnel monitoring and evaluation), correctional services (counselling and rehabilitation), criminology (offender behaviour and profiling(, and victim support.

Topic Number Topic Name SemLEGL 1201 Law in Australian Society 1CRIM 1102 Criminal Justice System 2

Management

Every organisation needs managers who can plan, lead, organise and control its people and activities effectively. Effective business leaders achieve results through their skills in leading and managing people, their professional or technical skills, and their ability to analyse and plan for organisational success. The Management second major complements studies in Psychology by providing students with the opportunity to apply behavioural principles and insights into leaderships styles, dealing with conflict, teamwork, managing staff and negotiating.

Topic Number Topic Name SemBUSN 1011 Accounting for Managers 1 or 2BUSN 1012 Management, People and Organisations 1

*BUSN1022 Marketing Principles is a compulsory Management topic normally taken in second year that could be taken in your first year in place of an elective in Sem 1.

Neuroscience

The aim of the Neuroscience second major is to provide students with foundation knowledge that is relevant to understanding of the biological basis of intelligence and intelligent behaviour, and how it might be mediated biologically and artificially. The Neuroscience major draws on topics from biology, neuroscience, linguistics and philosophy. On completion of studies in Neuroscience, it is expected that students would have developed an understanding of the anatomy, physiology, evolution and cognitive architecture of the human brain; an appreciation of the range of views and theories on human intelligence and of some of the philosophical issues associated with the emergence of intelligent function.

Topic Number Topic Name SemBIOL 1101 Evolution of Biological Diversity 2

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BIOL 1102 Molecular Basis of Life 1*SPTH1506 Linguistics and Phonetics I and SPTH1509 Linguistics and Phonetics

2 are compulsory Neuroscience topics normally taken in second year that could be taken in your first year in place of electives.

Philosophy

Philosophy examines questions about the nature of the world and our place in it. Philosophers make extensive use of the results of scientific investigation (including investigation in the social sciences), but do not actually preform experiments themselves. Great emphasis is placed on the use of careful argument and clear expression in seeking truth and knowledge in various areas. Increasingly psychologists and philosophers are working together to find solutions to a number of problems common to both areas. Examples include the nature of consciousness, the role of evolutionary theory in Psychology, and the relationship between Psychology and Brain Science.

Two topics from:Topic Number Topic Name SemPHIL 1010 Mind and World* 1PHIL 1030 The Individual and Society 2PHIL 1060 Critical Reasoning 1

*This topic is especially suitable for Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) students.

Public Policy

The Public Policy Studies second major will introduce students to how institutions, groups and individuals influence the political process and public policy making. Students will analyses individual and collective behaviour within various institutional and social settings including the public service, cabinet and the budget process. Public Policy Studies complement Psychology by providing students with the opportunity to apply behavioural principles and insights to problems and applications in the area of public policy development and implementation.

Topic Number Topic Name SemPOLI 1003 An Introduction to Democracy and Government 1POLI 1012 Introduction to Political Ideas and Public Policy 2

Sociology

Sociology examines how different cultural backgrounds and the varying power of social groups, including the media, affect society. Whereas Psychology tends to start with the individual and works outwards to social relationships, Sociology begins with society, social structures and social processes and examines he ways individuals are affected by the social world and how, in turn, they may affect it. Studies in Sociology and Psychology together offer a rich, fully rounded approach to the issues and problems Psychology students are likely to face in their profession. Sociology may provide a missing insight that assists in making a good policy accepted by the people it targets.

Topic Number Topic Name SemSOCI 1010 Sociology of Everyday Life 1

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SOCI 1001 Issues in Sociology 2

Women’s Studies

Women’s Studies offers a body of knowledge about gender that is an important aspect of the study of human behaviour and experience in Psychology. It covers a range of issues, including racial issues, ageing, beauty practices, body image and modifications, sport, disability, gender and sexuality. As Psychologists are also engaged in debates in a number of these areas, women’s Studies will provide students with another perspective on issues that have psychological relevance.

Topic Number Topic Name SemWMST 1001 Sex, Gender and Identities in Australia 1AndWMST 1002 Gender, Power and Change: Introducing Feminist

Debates2

Or One of the above topics plus one First Year topic from any Bachelor of Arts major or minor sequence (excluding Psychology).

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Example 1: a student who is interested in Health Studies but keeping options open in Biology and Neuroscience




3. 1st level topic - 2nd major HLTH1305 Health Practitioner Practice 1

4. 1st level Elective topic BIOL1102 Molecular Basis of Life



2. 1st level topic - 2nd major HLTH1306 Health Practitioner Practice 2

3. 1st level Elective topic BIOL1101 Evolution of Biological Diversity

4. 1st level Elective topic choose a topic of interest

Example 2: a student who is interested in Management and Sociology




3. 1st level topic - 2nd major BUSN1012 Management, People and Organisations

4. 1st level Elective topic SOCI11010 Sociology of Everyday life



2. 1st level topic - 2nd major BUSN1101 Accounting for Managers

3. 1st level Elective topic SOCI1001 Issues in Sociology

4. 1st level Elective topic choose a topic of interest

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SECTION 4: ACADEMIC COUNSELLING AND ENROLMENT

Stage 1: Academic Counselling

Academic counsellors will be available from 16 January 2016.

The Director of Studies for the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is:

Dr Michael WenzelEmail: michael.wenzel @flinders.edu.auPhone: (08) 8201 2274Room: 365 Social Sciences North Building

If you need consultation please contact the relevant academic staff member for an appointment, or email [email protected]

Stage 2: On-Line Enrolment

INFORMATION REGARDING ENROLMENT CAN BE OBTAINED AT THE FOLLOWING WEB-SITE: www.flinders.edu.au/enrolling/index.cfm

SECTION 5: AMENDMENT TO ENROLMENT

After your initial enrolment, you may change the topics in which you are enrolled. It is possible to withdraw from enrolment in a topic without penalty provided this is done before a specified date. It is also possible to enrol in a new topic up to a certain date. Students are advised to note the critical dates which are listed on the <current students> page of the Flinders University website.

As with initial enrolment, amendment to enrolment is done via the online enrolment procedure.

SECTION 6: CROSS INSTITUTIONAL STUDY

In the elective component of the degree, students may include topics offered at other tertiary institutions, in particular Adelaide University and the University of South Australia, or Universities offering online study. Further information on cross institutional study can be obtained from the Director of Studies for your degree.

http://www.flinders.edu.au/enrolling/index.cfm

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SECTION 7: CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDY

If you have studied at the tertiary level before, it may be possible to gain credit towards your Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) degree on the basis of topics you have completed in another award. Please check the following webpage for information about applying for credit transfer.

http://www.flinders.edu.au/future-students/how-to-apply/credit-transfers.cfm

Students are responsible for amending their enrolment, if required, once credit has been granted.

SECTION 8: STUDY ABROAD

Some students may be interested in spending a semester studying at an overseas University. In most cases you would be able to receive credit towards your Flinders degree based on the topics competed. If you are interested, then Sem 2 of second year or Semester 1 of third year are the best times to go for compatibility of topics with the Flinders degree. Arrangements need to be made well in advance.

For further information, refer to the following web page:

http://www.flinders.edu.au/international-students/student-exchange-study-abroad/

SECTION 9: HECS INFORMATION

Some of the non-Psychology areas fall in different HECS bands and this may impact on the amount of HECS you are liable to pay.

For further information, refer to the Fee and HECS Information booklets you would have received as part of your enrolment package or from the Fees web page:

http://www.flinders.edu.au/enrolling/fee-information/fee-index.cfm

http://www.flinders.edu.au/enrolling/fee-information/fee-index.cfm



http://www.flinders.edu.au/future-students/how-to-apply/credit-transfers.cfm

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