CPS5003 Psychoanalytic and developmental theories 2
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
CPS5003 Psychoanalytic and developmental theories 2 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CPS5003
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After CPS5003
4 units list CPS5003 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisites: CPS5001 (DCP0001)
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course code M6022
Overview
This unit will consider the theories of Donald Winnicott and Melanie Klein and their relevance to understanding the psychological development of children and adolescents in terms of both healthy development and the development of psychopathology. The unit will also examine the relevance of these theories to working therapeutically with children and adolescents.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | Flx blk |
Assessment
- Written assignmentWrittenThreshold hurdle40%
- Journal Submission 1WrittenThreshold hurdle20%
- Journal Submission 2WrittenThreshold hurdle20%
- On-campus workshop / Alternative assessmentDemonstration20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Distinguish between the theories of Melanie Klein and Donald Winnicott relevant to child development
- 2
Evaluate the relevance of these theories and their assumptions to the psychological development of children and adolescents in terms of both healthy development and the development of psychopathology
- 3
Critically reflect upon the historical context in which these theorists sit and their contemporary contribution to the field
- 4
Critically evaluate the similarities, differences and limitations of these theorists to modern practice.
- 5
Apply these theoretical concepts to case examples and analyse their relevance to clinical understanding and practice
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials9 hours
In this unit there will be 12 hours of teaching and learning activities per week comprising a mix of teacher-directed and self-directed learning, including readings, video resources, online discussions, interactive tutorials, a reflective journal, and written assessments. In addition, you will attend and participate in the half day weekend workshop.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Sarah Anderson
- Unit Coordinators
- Ms Sarah Anderson
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CPS5003?
CPS5003 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after CPS5003?
CPS5003 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including CPS5005, CPS5006, CPS5007 and CPS5008.
When is CPS5003 offered?
In 2026, CPS5003 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
Does CPS5003 have an exam?
No. CPS5003 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.