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PSYCH 313
: Psychology of Communication Disorders2021 Semester One (1213)
Studies the links between psychological processes and communication disorders. Hearing and speech and language development will be covered. A range of communication disorders will be introduced. Psychosocial aspects of communication disorders including impact on self-esteem, health-related quality of life, peer/interpersonal relationships and educational and behavioural consequences of communication disorders in children will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: 45 points at Stage II in Psychology and 15 points from STATS 100-125
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PSYCH 317
: Evolution, Behaviour and Cognition2021 Semester One (1213)
How does behaviour in non-human animals evolve? Do other animals have language? Do they have culture? Can human behaviour be explained in evolutionary terms? This course addresses these questions and the methods that can be used to answer them.
Prerequisite: 45 points at Stage II in Psychology and 15 points from STATS 100-125, or 45 points at Stage II in Biological Sciences
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PSYCH 326
: Life Span Development2021 Semester One (1213)
The development of people across the life span is studied. Describes key milestones in development and examines the causes and processes that produce stability and change in people's development over time. Topics discussed will include aspects of cognitive, social and physical development with consideration given to biological, societal and family influences. Attention will also be given to development within the New Zealand context.
Prerequisite: 45 points at Stage II in Psychology and 15 points from STATS 100-125
Restriction: PSYCH 316
Restriction: PSYCH 316
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PSYCH 399
: Capstone: Communicating Psychology2021 Semester Two (1215)
Focuses on communicating psychological ideas and research using different media (e.g., podcast, short film, print media, symposia, grant proposals). Students will be required to work in groups, but to also engage in individual activities to demonstrate their own understanding of the topics explored by them and others in this course.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Psychology and 15 points from STATS 100-125
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PSYCH 700
: Political Psychology2021 Semester One (1213)
Provides an overview of the intersecting fields of psychology and political science. Seminar-based topics include personality and politics, political socialisation, voting behaviour, media effects, rational choice vs. symbolic politics, the competency of the electorate, the psychology of legitimacy, and other timely issues. Attention will be paid to the international literature, though New Zealand-based research will also be discussed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 716
: Social Psychology and Interpersonal Processes2021 Semester One (1213)
Key empirical and theoretical areas in contemporary social psychology form the basis of this seminar-based course. Topics will include social cognition, interpersonal influence, communication, and close personal relationships. Students will also conduct small research projects investigating central topics covered in the course.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 718
: Psychotherapeutic Assessment and Formulation2021 Semester Two (1215)
Major theories used in clinical practice to understand psychological problems will be discussed, including behavioural, cognitive-behavioural, systems and psychodynamic models. Emphasis is on assessment and formulation of clients' problems rather than therapeutic intervention. Approaches covered are those that are most commonly employed by psychologists practicing in New Zealand.
Prerequisite: PSYCH 723
Restriction: PSYCH 709
Restriction: PSYCH 709
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PSYCH 723
: Mental Health Problems: Aetiology and Assessment2021 Semester One (1213)
Provides an overview of common mental health problems in childhood and adulthood and the methods that clinical psychologists use to assess these. Examines theories of causation and risk factors for a number of mental health problems. Also introduces and critiques diagnostic tools and psychometric instruments used in assessment.
Corequisite: PSYCH 718
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PSYCH 725
: Evolution and Human Behaviour2021 Semester One (1213)
Covers evolutionary concepts as they apply to psychological issues. Specific topics may include: the evolution of tool use, language, cerebral asymmetry, theory of mind, culture and the sociobiology/evolutionary psychology debates.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 733
: Special Topic: Critical Health Psychology2021 Semester One (1213)
Utilising the frameworks of critical psychology, including gendered, indigenous and intersectional frameworks, this course examines ways we can theorise, understand, and promote health for individuals, communities and societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 744
: Experimental Design and Quantitative Methods for Psychology2021 Semester One (1213)
Covers applications of the general linear model to research design and analysis. Topics include: univariate techniques (analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, regression) and multivariate techniques (multivariate analysis of variance, discriminant analysis, multivariate regression, and factor analysis).
Prerequisite: PSYCH 306 or consent of School
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PSYCH 756
: Special Topic: Dynamics of Brain and Behavior2021 Semester Two (1215)
Examines the behavioural and neural changes that result from normal development, those that may arise in the context of neurological diseases and disorders, and the changes that can be elicited via interventions. Topics include the design and implementation of interventions to improve mental and physical health, methods to evaluate characteristics of change, and the precise mechanisms of neural and behavioural change. Recommended preparation: PSYCH 305
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 761
: Organisational Psychology2021 Semester One (1213)
Focuses on attitudes and behaviours at work that reflect or impact on the relationship between employee and employer, with a particular emphasis on topics that are proposed to impact on employee well-being and productivity (e.g., job satisfaction, motivation, leadership). Students will be encouraged to adopt a scientist-practitioner perspective, through class discussions and assignments.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 766
: Occupational Health Psychology2021 Semester Two (1215)
Students will focus on the in-depth treatment of this area, focusing primarily on occupational stress, including coverage of topics such as: work, life, and family, job insecurity, workplace incivility, abusive supervision, positive aspects of workplaces, as well as stress management interventions.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 767
: Special Topic: Gender Violence2021 Semester Two (1215)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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PSYCH 768
: Special Topic: Sex and Well-Being2021 Semester One (1213)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
467
SCIENT 701
: Accounting and Finance for Scientists2021 Semester One (1213)
Builds upon scientific numeracy in exploring the sources, uses and reporting of accounting and financial information in science-based enterprises; application of capital budgeting and valuation theory to science-relevant situations; and key bases for financially-informed project and enterprise decision-making and the management of economic resources.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIENT 702
: Marketing for Scientific and Technical Personnel2021 Semester One (1213)
Examines the intermediaries and end-users of technical and research-related applications, products and services; their 'customers', 'value chain', 'marketing', and related concepts in both highly-regulated and open markets; and how effective science-related marketing strategies and promotional efforts are developed and communicated.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIENT 703
: Frontiers in Biotechnology2021 Semester Two (1215)
An examination of how breakthrough discoveries in contemporary life sciences flow through to commercialisation. Current and emerging applications of biotechnology; includes guest lectures from New Zealand's leading biotechnologists and case studies focused particularly on medical applications.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIENT 704
: Law and Intellectual Property2021 Semester One (1213)
An explanation of the legal system including basic concepts of contract and corporate law in a biotechnology context. Emphasis will be upon intellectual property laws in particular patent law and practice and other means of protecting new ideas, discoveries and inventions. Also covered will be technology licensing and basic competition and marketing law.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIENT 705
: Research Commercialisation2021 Semester Two (1215)
Integrative exploration of common theories, processes and models involved in commercialising scientific research. Topics include technology transfer, technological entrepreneurship, commercial potential, risk, and valuation assessment and related tools. Utilises multiple learning approaches including case studies and a 'hands-on' term project.
Prerequisite: SCIENT 701, 702
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SCIENT 706
: Commercialisation Project2021 Semester Two (1215)
A supervised practical application of the theories, concepts and techniques of commercialisation, covered in courses SCIENT 701-705, to a research-based opportunity and its related intellectual property estate.
Prerequisite: SCIENT 701, 702, 704
Corequisite: SCIENT 703, 705
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SCIGEN 101
: Communicating in a Knowledge Society2021 Semester Two (1215)
Effective communication is required for specialists in all fields to engage meaningfully with society. In this course students gain an understanding of the important role communication plays in a knowledge society. Through case studies and practical experience students learn about the responsibilities and skills required to communicate with a variety of audiences. They learn how to effectively manage and present data and practice oral, written, visual and electronic communication.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIGEN 101
: Communicating in a Knowledge Society2021 Semester One (1213)
Effective communication is required for specialists in all fields to engage meaningfully with society. In this course students gain an understanding of the important role communication plays in a knowledge society. Through case studies and practical experience students learn about the responsibilities and skills required to communicate with a variety of audiences. They learn how to effectively manage and present data and practice oral, written, visual and electronic communication.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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SCIGEN 101G
: Communicating in a Knowledge Society2021 Semester Two (1215)
Effective communication is required for specialists in all fields to engage meaningfully with society. In this course students gain an understanding of the important role communication plays in a knowledge society. Through case studies and practical experience students learn about the responsibilities and skills required to communicate with a variety of audiences. They learn how to effectively manage and present data and practice oral, written, visual and electronic communication.
No pre-requisites or restrictions