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Shue Yan University Prospectus 2023-24

CP 530-532 Dissertation I, II & III
3 Terms; 12 Credits
This course aims to engage students in conducting their own research studies in
counselling psychology independently under the supervision of departmental staff. Students
are required to demonstrate their ability in formulating research hypotheses, conduct research
studies in psychology, present research findings and write their dissertations in APA format.

CP 534 Specific Issues in Developmental Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to broaden students’ knowledge on developmental psychology.
Through introducing theories and the latest research, students will understand clinical issues
that occur during lifespan development, from childhood through adolescence to adulthood, late
life, death and dying. It also provides opportunities for students to lead scholarly discussions
and critically review research studies of clinical issues that are relevant to developmental
psychology and to the Chinese context.

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