This programme focuses on social psychological theory and research in intergroup and group behaviour. The MSc is recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council as the basis for PhD research. The programme explores major and current research covering issues such as intergroup contact, social and cognitive processes underlying prejudice, discrimination, collective protest, group decision-making, leadership and group performance.

The MSc programme will provide an overview and critical evaluation of the major issues, investigative strategies, and empirical findings of recent attempts to integrate these different approaches to 'brain cognition'. We believe Kent offers a distinctive and attractive programme.

Course content

• Advanced Statistics and Methodology
• Advanced Topics in Group Processes
• Advanced Topics in Intergroup Relations
• Current Issues in Social and Applied Psychology I: Theory
• Optional module from a range including: Current Issues in Social and Applied Psychology II: Applications; Advanced Developmental Social Psychology; The Psychology of Eyewitness Testimony.
• Research Project

Assessment

Assessment is mainly by coursework assignment (4-6,000-word essays), examination (for the Advanced Statistics and Methodology module only), plus the dissertation.

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Carly Turnham,
School of Psychology, Keynes College,
University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7NP, UK
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