Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Psychology School
Enrolment Note:This course has maximum quota of 25 students per semester, seminars with less than 10 students may not run. Enrolment for Seminars opens in O Week following the Honours Orientation information session. Enrolment will close once the quota has been reached. This course provides students with the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the primary research literature within the context of the wider theoretical framework in relation to relevant topics that vary from year to year.
Course Overview: Social Health, Connection, and Community
Our social health has an impact on our physical health, mental health, and even access to opportunity. In this seminar we will discuss the interplay between social connection, loneliness, and health. Each week we will focus on how connection can impact how we navigate the world, our pathways to disease, and ways we can intervene. This seminar will help further develop your critical thinking and communication skills, and provide insights into how you can engage in applied research. Emphasis will be placed on the development of presentation (oral and visual) and discussion skills. In addition to presenting, students will also be encouraged to develop their ability to work in teams and run a class activity to showcase the issues or potential solutions we discuss and critique each week.
Course requirements
Restrictions
BPsySc(Hons), BSc(Hons) in Psychology, BA(Hons) in Psychology students only.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to develop skills in critical evaluation and to deepen understanding of contemporary research on a topic in psychology.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate a critical and in-depth understanding of key topics in an area of psychology.
LO2.
Demonstrate an ability to communicate orally and in writing about a topic in an area of psychology.
LO3.
Demonstrate an understanding of how different types of research methods can contribute to our understanding of an area of psychology.
LO4.
Effectively engage with others to discuss and evaluate empirical research.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation & Rationale | 35% |
11/08/2025 - 27/10/2025
Presentation times scheduled by the Course Coordinator. |
| Practical/ Demonstration |
Workshop
|
20% |
11/08/2025 - 27/10/2025 |
| Essay/ Critique | Essay | 35% |
24/10/2025 4:00 pm |
| Participation/ Student contribution | Participation | 10% |
4/08/2025 - 27/10/2025 |
Assessment details
Presentation & Rationale
- Mode
- Oral, Written
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
11/08/2025 - 27/10/2025
Presentation times scheduled by the Course Coordinator.
Task description
Students will give a 20 minute presentation in class on the topic assigned to them by the Course Coordinator and provide a short written rationale for the activity they choose.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
If you are unable to present on your assigned date. Please contact your course coordinator directly.
Workshop
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
11/08/2025 - 27/10/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L04
Task description
In groups, coordinate a class activity/workshop to better demonstrate one or more of the important elements of your topic.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
If you are unable to present on your assigned date. Please contact the course coordinator directly.
Essay
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
24/10/2025 4:00 pm
Task description
Building upon what we have learned in the course, the aim of this essay is to identify and justify the implementation of a new or existing intervention for your topic that can be applied in a real-world setting.
Submission guidelines
Submit via Turnitin on Blackboard. NOTE: You will no longer receive an automatic submission receipt from Turnitin confirming your assignment has been received. You should download a copy of the digital receipt from the Assignment Dashboard and keep this as a record.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
For full details please review the School of Psychology Student Guidelines - Extensions and Deferred quiz/exam.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Participation
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
4/08/2025 - 27/10/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L04
Task description
Students must attend at least ten seminars and make a vocal and/or material contribution as described in requirements to be eligible to pass the course.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 19.99 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 20 - 46.99 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84.99 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
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ﾠSupplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (28 Jul - 03 Aug) |
Lecture |
W1 Lecture Introduction to the Course Learning outcomes: L04 |
Week 2 (04 Aug - 10 Aug) |
Lecture |
W2 Lecture Introduction to the course Learning outcomes: L04 |
Week 3 (11 Aug - 17 Aug) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 1: Presentations and class activity |
Week 4 (18 Aug - 24 Aug) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 2: Presentations and class activity |
Week 5 (25 Aug - 31 Aug) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 3: Presentations and class activity |
Week 6 (01 Sep - 07 Sep) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 4: Presentations and class activity |
Week 7 (08 Sep - 14 Sep) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 5: Presentations and class activity |
Week 8 (15 Sep - 21 Sep) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 6: Presentations and class activity |
Week 9 (22 Sep - 28 Sep) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 7: Presentations and class activity |
Mid Sem break (29 Sep - 05 Oct) |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
**Mid-Semester Break** |
Week 11 (13 Oct - 19 Oct) |
Seminar |
Student Presentations Topic 8: Presentations and class activity |
Week 12 (20 Oct - 26 Oct) |
Seminar |
Student Presentation Topic 9: Presentations and class activity |
Week 13 (27 Oct - 02 Nov) |
Seminar |
Wrap up Wrap up week - presentations and activity Learning outcomes: L04 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
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