HPFS1202 - Positive Psychology
Overview
The Positive Psychology course introduces students to key concepts, theories, and applications of positive psychology, with a focus on psychological strengths and processes that enhance individual and societal well-being. Students explore topics such as happiness, subjective well-being, positive emotions, optimism, mindfulness, prosocial behavior, wisdom, flow, love, resilience, and spirituality. The course encourages students to understand how quality of life can be improved by cultivating mental, emotional, relational, and social strengths.
Through interactive learning, case discussion, reflective practice, and applied project work, students are expected to connect positive psychology theories with daily life, educational settings, interpersonal relationships, community contexts, and psychological intervention practice. By the end of the course, students should be able to explain core positive psychology concepts, analyze well-being-related issues, and propose practical applications that promote flourishing and psychological well-being.
Learning Hours Composition:
- 42 hours face-to-face, consisting of 14 hours sharpening and discussion of concepts that students studied from the online lectures, and 28 hours for tutorial or workshop.
- 42 hours of Structured Learning and Guided Discussions.
- 51 hours of Independent and Practice-Based Learning.
Managing Faculty:
Credit Point:
3 Credit(s)
Learning Hours:
45 hours x 3CPs = 135 hours
