2023-2024 Catalog

PSYCH-717 History & Theories of Human Development

The purpose of this course is to trace the origin and evolution of psychology as a field of study from its philosophical and scientific roots to present day theories of human development. The emphasis will be on critically examining the various theories of psychology, especially as they are translated into contemporary concepts in applied developmental psychology, and their development in relation to sciences, societies, and social justice. Normally offered yearly.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Restricted to Doctoral students only.