Key facts
UNE unit code: HDEV401
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
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Are you interested in human development and want to know more about the biological, physiological and cognitive changes occurring throughout the human life cycle?
This unit offers a broad introduction to the principles of human development across the lifespan, providing invaluable insights into biological, physiological and cognitive development and changes as we age.
Beginning with embryo development, you will explore aspects of development in childhood, adolescence, adulthood, old age and death. You will examine the impact of environment on development, building a well-rounded understanding of the multifactorial interplay between this and other factors that drive change as we age.
You will be encouraged to hone your critical thinking and communication skills, as you review current literature and case studies to understand and solve problems relating to human development.
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
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Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- apply advanced knowledge to describe and discuss the biology of human embryo development;
- apply advanced theoretical knowledge to describe and discuss the biological and physiological changes that take place during the human life cycle;
- identify and critically analyse the relationship between biological and physiological changes and cognitive development;
- apply advanced knowledge and skills to identify the impact of environment and other factors on human development;
- critically analyse and review literature to present clear and coherent arguments regarding complex issues in human development; and
- exercise critical thinking and judgement in responding to and solving complex problems in relation to human development.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Assessment 1 | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Case study. It is mandatory to submit this case study. In order to pass this unit, students must achieve 50% in the unit overall. No. Words: 2000 |
Assessment 2 | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Online assessment. Online short answer and multiple choice questions. It is mandatory to submit this practical assessment. In order to pass this unit, students must achieve 50% in the unit overall. No. Words: 1500 |
Assessment 3 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Development summary matrix. It is mandatory to submit this summary matrix. In order to pass this unit, students must achieve 50% in the unit overall. No. Words: 1500 |
Assessment 4 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Literature review. It is mandatory to submit this literature review. In order to pass this unit, students must achieve 50% in the unit overall. No. Words: 1000 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Development Through the Lifespan
ISBN: 9780134419695
Berk, L.E., Pearson Education 7th ed. 2017
Text refers to: Trimester 1 (Online)
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