Grade descriptors and other information concerning grading are contained in the Macquarie University Assessment Policy.

All final grades are determined by a grading committee, in accordance with the Macquarie University Assessment Policy, and are not the sole responsibility of the Unit Convenor.

Students will be awarded a final grade and a mark that must correspond to the grade descriptors specified in the Assessment Procedure (clause 128).

To pass this unit, you must demonstrate sufficient evidence of achievement of the learning outcomes, meet any ungraded requirements, and achieve a final mark of 50 or better.

The final exam for this unit will take place on iLearn and will be invigilated via Zoom. Students are expected to make themselves available for the final exam on the date and time set by the University, in line with the Assessment Policy and Procedure.  

Further details for each assessment task will be available on iLearn.

Late Submissions

Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (OF THE TOTAL POSSIBLE MARK) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55 pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern. 

 For example:

For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to apply for Special Consideration.  

Special Consideration

If you are unable to complete an assessment task on or by the specified date due to circumstances that are unexpected, unavoidable, significantly disruptive and beyond your control, you may apply for special consideration in accordance with the special consideration policy. Applications for special consideration must be supported by appropriate evidence and submitted via Service Connect | Macquarie University

As a student enrolled in this unit, you will engage in a range of online learning activities, including readings, online modules, videos, lectures, tutorial discussions via discussion forums and other activities.  

Self-paced online tutorials are available, along with optional Zoom drop-in sessions if you have questions about the content, assessments, or wish to chat with your tutor and peers.

The lectures will be delivered online via active learning modules comprising video lectures and other activities. These can be located in the weekly blocks on the iLearn page. They will be made available the Friday before the relevant week (i.e., the week 1 lecture will be made available the Friday before week 1, the week 2 lecture will be made available the Friday before week 2, and so on). 

Details can be found on the iLearn site for this unit.

Recommended Readings

1. Revel Psychology: From Inquiry to Understanding (Lilienfeld et al., 2025, 4th edition).  
2. How to Write Psychology Research Reports and Assignments (Kaufman & Findlay, 2021, 10th edition). 

Please note that these are the same textbooks used in PSYX1101: Introduction to Psychology I. If you have already purchased them for that unit, they can also be used for PSYX1102. If you purchased the e-text in the first semester this year, you will not need to purchase this again for the second semester this year.

Technology Used

Active participation in the learning activities throughout the unit requires access to a tablet, laptop, or similar device (with a working camera and microphone for the Zoom invigilated exam) and a reliable internet connection.

Please note that the FINAL EXAM falls outside of the 13-week semester:

Social inclusion at Macquarie University is about giving everyone who has the potential to benefit from higher education the opportunity to study at university, participate in campus life and flourish in their chosen field. The University has made significant moves to promote an equitable, diverse and exciting campus community for the benefit of staff and students. It is your responsibility to contribute towards the development of an inclusive culture and practice in the areas of learning and teaching, research, and service orientation and delivery. As a member of the Macquarie University community, you must not discriminate against or harass others based on their sex, gender, race, marital status, carers' responsibilities, disability, sexual orientation, age, political conviction or religious belief. All staff and students are expected to display appropriate behaviour that is conducive to a healthy learning environment for everyone.

In the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, professionalism is a key capability embedded in all our courses.

As part of developing professionalism, students are expected to engage in all small-group interactive sessions, including tutorial materials, clinicals, practicals, laboratories, work-integrated learning (e.g., PACE placements), and team-based learning activities. Some learning activities are recorded (e.g., face-to-face lectures), however you are encouraged to avoid relying upon such material as they do not recreate the whole learning experience and technical issues can and do occur. As an adult learner, we respect your decision to choose how you engage with your learning. However, we would like to remind you that the learning opportunities we create for you have been designed to enable your success. By not engaging, you may impact your ability to complete this unit. We also expect you to show respect for the academic staff who have worked hard to develop meaningful activities and prioritise your learning by communicating with them in advance if you are unable to engage.

Another dimension of professionalism is having respect for your peers. It is the right of every student to learn in an environment free from disruption and distraction. Please treat your fellow students with the utmost respect. If you are uncomfortable participating in any specific activity, please notify the relevant academic.