The Development of Psychoanalytic Theory: Lecture Series (ref. PC4)
This lecture series offers a chronological overview of the development of psychoanalytic theory. It begins with two introductory lectures which situate psychoanalysis within a broad cultural and epistemological context. This is followed by a systematic overview of key concepts in the development of Freud’s theory. The second half of the course covers contemporary developments and includes the work of Anna Freud, Klein, Winnicott, Segal, Rosenfeld and Bion.
Who is this course for?
This course appeals both to those who are early on their understanding of psychoanalytic theory and to those who are already experienced but wish to deepen their knowledge and understanding of psychoanalytic theory in a systematic way.
Content/Teaching components
The course has a long history as a key course for all students at the Tavistock Centre.
It is now available as an external course and will be of interest to anyone who would like to further their understanding of psychoanalytic theory, as well as those who have a professional interest in psychoanalysis.
The course is particularly relevant to all students already attending courses at the Tavistock Centre and Portman Clinic.
Student feedback
“I feel privileged to have learnt from such expertise, knowledge and experience.”
“Excellent - very high standard and thoroughly engaging.”
Course Organiser and principal lecturer
Dr David Bell, President of the British Psychoanalytic Society
Closing date
26th June (late applications may be considered).
Time commitment
The lectures take place on Wednesday morning from 11.45am to 1.00pm.
The lectures are 45 minutes long and are followed by a discussion period of 30 minutes.
The lecture series consists of 30 lectures.
Read the FiveBooks interview 'David Bell on Psychoanalysis' here
