Psychoanalysis

Unit code: APP3020 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
APP2013 - Psychology 2A
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit introduces the fundamental concepts and theories relevant to psychoanalysis as a model of mind, method of investigating unconscious psychological processes, and psychotherapeutic treatment modality. The focus is on Freud’s own writing, but reference to post-Freudian psychoanalysis is also included.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Evaluate and critically review key psychoanalytic theories and concepts;
  2. Apply psychoanalytic concepts to develop plausible interpretations of psychological case material; and
  3. Advance logical, well-structured and coherent arguments relating to psychoanalytic topics.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
Test on theoretical concepts (45minutes)
Assessment type: Review
|
Grade: 30%
Short written responses to a core readings chosen for review (1000 words)
Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 50%
Case study report (1500 words)

Required reading

Readings to be advised via VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies
ABCY | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Psychological Studies
LBCP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
LHWP | Bachelor honours degree | Duration: 6 years
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Studies
LBWP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 5 years
Bachelor of Psychological Studies
ABPA | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
Bachelor of Psychological Studies/Bachelor of Business
ABPB | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
ABPC | Bachelor honours degree | Duration: 4 years
Bachelor of Sport Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Psychological Studies
SBHP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years

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