Developmental Psychology
Postgraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 6
- Teaching semesters Autumn
- Course code
- PSYCH302C
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- English
- Resources
- Schedule
- Reading list
Course description
Objectives and Content
Aim
The international programme in developmental psychology focuses on developmental processes throughout the lifespan, but mainly during adolescence and adulthood, with emphasis on the influence of biological, cognitive, psychosocial and environmental factors. There is also a focus on different theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence.
Course content
There is a wide range of themes, which include the following:
- Different theoretical perspectives in developmental psychology;
- Moral, social, language and cognitive development;
- Identity development and positive youth development;
- Ageing, demography and development in the general population
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
The student:
- Has knowledge on theories and research in developmental psychology
- Has knowledge on how biological, cognitive, psychological, social and moral factors can influence development across the life span
Skill
The student:
- Can reflect on theoretical models and research evidence regarding change processes in development across the lifespan
- Can reflect on how various factors can hinder or facilitate development
General competence
The student:
- Can explain various developmental processes within theoretical framework
- Is able to integrate existing knowledge on different factors in a comprehensive understanding of developmental processes across the life span
Full-time/Part-time
ECTS Credits
6
Level of Study
Master
Semester of Instruction
Autumn
Place of Instruction
University of Bergen
Required Previous Knowledge
Due to the limited number of spaces available and special entry requirements, admission to the course is limited
Recommended Previous Knowledge
.
Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap
.
Access to the Course
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Teaching and learning methods
Lectures
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
No mandatory assignments.
Lectures are optional.
Forms of Assessment
A 4-hour school exam, containing up to 3 questions across the course syllabus from which students would be required to answer 2.
Grading Scale
The grading system for the school exam will be grades A-F.
Assessment Semester
Autumn
Reading List
Teaching material will be made known to the students before the start of each semester.
Course Evaluation
The course will be evaluated in accordance with the Faculty of Psychology's routine for participatory evaluation and the University of Bergen's Quality Assurance System.
Examination Support Material
Support materials are not permitted (except for a dictionary. The dictionary must be non-lexical and preapproved by the faculty).
Programme Committee
Department of Psychosocial Science
Course Coordinator
Department of Psychosocial Science
Course Administrator
The Faculty of Psychology