SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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 April
Exam period / 19 June – 1 July
Supp exam period / 17 July – 22 July
Mid-Year Break / 3 July – 23 July
Semester 2: / Weeks 1 – 13 / 24 July – 3 November
Mid Semester Break / 18 September – 1 October
Exam period / 6 November – 18 November
Supp 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 http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/rules/undergrad/bbsc_home.cfm
Student must complete a major sequence in Psychology plus a second major in one of 12 specified disciplines (see below).
Year 1 / Semester1 / PSYC1101
Psychology 1A / PSYC1106
Research Methods 1 / 2nd Major Topic (Year 1)
Check 2nd Major rule / Elective
(perhaps a topic from another
BBSC Major)
Semester
2 / PSYC1102
Psychology 1B / 2nd Major Topic (Year 1)
Check 2nd Major rule / Elective
(perhaps a topic from another
BBSC Major) / Elective
(perhaps a topic from another
BBSC Major)
Year 2 / Semester
1 / PSYC2018
Research Methods 2 / PSYC2020
Cognition and Learning / 2nd Major Topic (Year 2)
Check 2nd Major rule / 2nd Major Topic (Year 2)
Check 2nd Major rule
Semester
2 / PSYC2019
Personality and Social
Psychology / PSYC2021
Human Development / PSYC2022
Psychological Assessment and Measurement / 2nd Major Topic (Year 2)
Check 2nd Major rule
Year 3 / Semester
1 / PSYC3235
Applications of Psychological Science / PSYC3xxx
(PSYC Option) / 2nd Major Topic (Year 3)
Check 2nd Major rule / 2nd Major Topic (Year 3)
Check 2nd Major rule
Semester
2 / PSYC3007
Research Methods 3 / PSYC3xxx
(PSYC Option) / PSYC3xxx
(PSYC Option) / 2nd Major Topic (Year 3)
Check 2nd Major rule
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 1
PSYC3004 Advanced Social Psychology (4.5 units) Semester 2
PSYC3008 Applied Cognitive Psychology (4.5 units) Semester 2
PSYC3009 Lifespan Development in Cultural Perspective (4.5 units) Semester 1
PSYC3010 Mind Brain and Behaviour (4.5 units) Semester 1
PSYC3236 Forensic Psychology: Legal and Clinical (4.5 units) Semester 2
See over page for 2nd Major and elective information
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plus select one of the following 2nd Major Sequences (2nd Majors consist of 36 Units, 8 topics)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Biological Sciences
• Criminology
• Disability and Developmental Education
• Health Studies
• Law and Society
• Management
• Neuroscience
• Philosophy
• Public Policy
• Sociology
• Women's Studies
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.
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.
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 ______
Semester 2: 4 topics
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.
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 / 1
COMP / 1101 / Information and Communications Technology 1A / 1
COMP / 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 / 2
Plus one of
BIOL / 1102* / Molecular Basis of Life / 1
BIOL / 1112 / Biology and Society / 2
Recommended elective topic
BIOL / 1711 / Introduction to Animal Behaviour / 1
*BIOL1102 Molecular Basis of Life enables a greater choice of topics in year 2 or year 3.
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 / 1
CRIM / 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 / 1
DSRS / 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.