Department of Counselling and Psychology Course Outline
Course Title Positive Psychology
Course Code PSY209
Number of Credits 3
Duration of Weeks 15
Contact Hours Per Week 2 hours Lecture; 1 hour Tutorial
Pre-requisite Course(s) N/A
Course Aims
Traditional Psychology has been based on the psychopathological perspective. Alternatively, Positive Psychology represents a positive way of viewing human nature, personality, emotions, and behavior. This course allows students to learn about the essential concepts, theories, significance, and contemporary development of positive psychology. Various learning activities were included in this curriculum to enhance the students' learning experience; students can enhance their awareness of character strength by completing an online VIA character strength questionnaire and consolidating their learning via the reflective essay. Students will also explore how positive psychology can support their intra and interpersonal well-being through a group video presentation or talent show. Moreover, students will complete an eight-week individualised psychological well-being project and write up a report about their application and practice of positive psychology in their daily life to improve their well-being. This syllabus will also discuss the relevance, importance, and implementation of positive psychology intervention.
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