The Insight Lecture Series
The Insight Lecture Program has been developed by the Department of Psychology, specially to provide psychology students with a greater understanding of the discipline of psychology and career prospects in particular areas of the discipline.
The program, started in 2004, has attracted excellent participation rates and received great feedback. The lecture series included speakers from the following areas:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Organisational Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Sports Psychology
Please e-mail Sarah Drew sarah@unimelb.edu.au with any requests for speakers in a particular area.
Remember that these sessions will only continue if they are well attended and prove worthwhile. So maximise the benefits of these sessions!
| Insight Lecture Program 2009
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About the Speaker |
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Dr Eoin Killackey is a Senior Research Fellow and Clinical Psychologist at ORYGEN Research Centre and the Department of Psychology at the University of Melbourne. He completed his doctorate at Deakin University in 2000. He has worked as a clinical psychologist in adolescent and adult public mental health settings. His research is primarily in the area of psychological and psychosocial interventions in first episode psychosis, specifically functional recovery in first-episode psychosis with particular emphasis on vocational rehabilitation. He is also interested in evidence-based interventions in mental health and barriers to their implementation. He has received over $1,000,000 in competitive funding for his research, is a founder of the International First Episode Vocational Recovery group and was recently awarded the ASPR Organon Prize for 2008. |
| Wed, 29 April 2009 1pm - 2pm Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Theatre |
Lecture 2: A varied career in Psychology |
Dr Alex Stol has worked in a number of occupations including economist, education policy advisor and training evaluator. These have led to her work in the field of organisational psychology, where she specialises in learning, coaching and leadership development. More info on her CV |
| Tue, 12 May 2009 1pm – 2pm Elisabeth Murdoch Theatre A |
Lecture 3: 4th Year and Beyond |
A/ Prof Stephen Bowden is the 4 th Year Convenor. |
Insight Lecture Series 2008 Feedback
Topic: 4th Year Psychology & Beyond
Presenter: Associate Professor Stephen Bowden
Tuesday 6 May 2008, 1pm - Elisabeth Murdoch Theatre A, Elisabeth Murdoch Building
Last year we receivced overwhelming responses from students who attended the Insight Lecture on "Fourth Year Psychology & Beyond". It was recommended that the lecture to be held in the future as it is beneficial and helpful for all undergraduate students. Therefore on 6th May, the School of Behavioural Science hosted another "Fourth Year Psychology & Beyond" Insight Lecture. It was presented by Associate Professor Stephen Bowden who is the 4th Year Psychology Convenor. Here are some of the feedbacks:
"It was good to be informed about options after 4th year as well in other universities, states and entrance requirements."
"Very useful, takes away my misconception of the length of the course."
"The lecture was very informative and has made me want to focus on my studies into Honours."
"Very informative and helpful. Good that those other universities were explained; now have much better idea of what is involved and expected for 4th year & beyond."
"It was very useful in providing brief yet specific information on the range of options in 4th year."
Topic: Clinical Psychology
Presenter: Dr Barneby Nelson
Wednesday 9 April 2008
On 9th April 2008, the Department hosted another Insight Lecture on Clinical Psychology for psych students. The speaker, who is alumni of the School of Behavioural Science, was Dr Barnaby Nelson who is a clinical psychologist in the PACE Clinic, ORYGEN Youth Health.
The lecture attracted more than 80 students! 89.3% of students who responded in the feedback agreed that the lecture was worthwhile and should be held in the future. Below is some of the feedback and comments received.
“Very informative because practical info about everyday work, case study, informal manner, frankness, varied experience, life lessons shared.”
“It was excellent! Very informative - answered many of my questions regarding what the practice of clinical psych is like in the 'real world' as it is hard to know when you are still an undergrad.”
“Informative and detailed discussed about personal experience in different types of areas and personal comment. Great insight into the dealings of the cases.”
“Great to hear some of the reality of clinical work and the difference between private practice and government funded organizations.”
“Helpful for knowing what a career in clinical psychology involves. Learnt about case studies/ management, helpful!”
“Excellent, great guy, the case study was interesting, would have appreciated more reflection on his experience and how he dealt with them, working out from limits.”
Topic: Clinical Neuropsychology
Presenter: Associate Professor Michael Saling
Tuesday 18 March 2008, 1pm - Lowe Theatre, Redmond Barry Building
On 18th March 2008, the Department hosted the first 2008 Insight Lecture on Clinical Neuropsychology for psychology students. Associate Professor Saling is the Convenor of Australia's first Professional Program in Clinical Neuropsychology at the University of Melbourne, having been appointed in 1988 as the successor to Dr Kevin Walsh. He has been responsible for the training of a large number of Australia's clinical neuropsychologists. He is also Director of Neuropsychology at the Austin Hospitals, one of Victoria’s largest teaching hospitals
The lecture attracted more than 90 students! 91.6% of students who responded in the feedback gave the thumbs up for the lecture and felt it was worth attending and should be held in the future. Below is some of the feedback and comments received.
“Amazing! It’s inspired me to be an expert in clinical neuropaediatric!”
“Was very good to have a professional in the field talking about content beyond the classroom and beyond the theory. Given a real world spin that helps us understand what is out there beyond university. “
“It was especially helpful to know what careers a neuropsychologist can have and also the requirements for the Melbourne University program.”
“It was good because the speaker was very clear and through (not rushed). It gave a good overview of neuropsychology as a field and will form the basis of my informed decision.”
“Insightful lecture about what neuropsychology deals with, I would have liked to hear more details into how we can get into the field world be more helpful. More discussion of different job opportunities would also be more helpful. However, overall the lecture was helpful in giving me insight to the field.”
“The lecture was comprehensive and question time informative. I would recommend allowing more time for questions, perhaps extending the lecture by 15 minutes.”
Insight Lectures 2006 - 2007 and feedback
Feedback from past Insight lecture series