BEHAV2002 Abnormal Behaviour and Disorders
Around 25% of the population will suffer from mental illness at a time within their lives, and many others are likely to know someone who is afflicted. Many shun help because of the attendant stigma, and suffering is then often prolonged. This course seeks to decrease stigma through knowledge. A wide range of disorders are examined, along with their causes and treatment options according to various paradigms. The complexities of defining the concept of abnormal will be discussed, along with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and alternative methods of describing, classifying and diagnosing mental illness.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $2,124
2025 grandfathered contribution amount^ $997
Postgraduate Clinical Psychology and Professional Pathway CSP unit fees
For Psychology band units, the student contribution amount is based on the Field of Education code and your enrolled course. Only approved courses qualify for Psychology fee bands.
2025 Postgraduate Clinical Psychology $578
2025 grandfathered Postgraduate Clinical Psychology $578
This fee band is for Psychology units (Field of Education code 90701) studied in the Master of Psychology (Clinical).
2025 Psychology Professional Pathway $1,164
2025 grandfathered Psychology Professional Pathway $997