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PSY307 - Theories of Individual Difference and Personality

2025

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Psychology

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

(PSY305)

Prerequisites

Incompatible

Assumed Knowledge

PSY150 or PSY140, PSY151 or PSY141 and PSY101

Unit Description

This unit explores key themes in historical and contemporary personality theories which underline psychology as a discipline; psychodynamic, psychosocial, biological, trait, humanistic, and social cognitive approaches. Students are introduced to theories for understanding personality and assessment of personality based on available empirical evidence. There is a focus on the application of personality theories in research, assessment, clinical, social and general wellbeing settings, and appreciation that personality is a dynamic, changing entity, anchored in cultural and social contexts.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Demonstrate knowledge of the various theoretical paradigms in personality psychology.
2.	Analyse, interpret, and critique personality theories and concepts.
3.	Apply scientific reasoning and research methods to critically review personality research, assessment tools and empirical data.
4.	Demonstrate effective writing and presentation skills in discussing personality concepts.
5.	Evaluate personality psychology theory and research in a reflexive, culturally appropriate and sensitive manner.
6.	Discuss Indigenous and other non-western conceptions of personality and their contributions to personality psychology.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	PowerPoint Presentation (1200 words)	30%	1,2,3,4,5,6
2.	Report (1500 words)	40%	1,2,3,4,5,6
3.	Online Quiz 1 (30 minutes)	15%	1,2,6
4.	Online Quiz 2 (30 minutes)	15%	1,2,6

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2025	Semester 1	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2025	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

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