This unit engages students in advanced critical analysis of emerging and priority areas for research and practice of psychology (e.g., cognitive neuroscience, ageing). It directly addresses cultural competence and the understanding of ethical and professional issues central to ensuring best practice in psychology.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Evaluate and apply the relevant codes of ethics and guidelines as they relate to conducting research and the professional practice within the discipline of psychology;
2. Demonstrate cultural competence as it relates to research and professional practice within the discipline of psychology; and
3. Critically evaluate research in emerging areas of research and practice in psychology.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Must be enrolled in 769AA Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours).

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

10113 Professional Ethics PG

Assumed knowledge

None.