This unit introduces students to the foundational theories, values and concepts of community psychology. Students will gain an introduction to community psychology approaches to issues and interventions across ecological levels. Systems thinking, power relations, and critical theories including intersectionality will be utilised to explore current impacts of social systems on mental health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Lived experience and principles of participation in interventions will be considered.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Readings and source materials will be listed in the unit guide and available through VU Collaborate, and the VU library e-resources.
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.