This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
Social psychology is the attempt to "understand and explain how the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours of individuals are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of other human beings" (Allport, 1954). This module then deals with the aspects of human behaviour which are particularly affected by the presence of other people, and the influences, deliberate or otherwise, which they bring to bear.
Total contact hours: 22
Private study hours: 128
Total study hours: 150
BSc (Hons) Social Sciences
Essay 2,500 words 60%
Seminar Participation 15%
Research Article Review 1,000 words 25%
Reassessment methods: This module will be reassessed by 100% coursework.
Reading list (Indicative list, current at time of publication. Reading lists will be published annually)
Baumeister, R. F. & Bushman, B. J. (2013) Social Psychology and Human Nature (3rd Ed.), Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
Hewstone, M., Stroebe, W. & Jonas, K. (2012). Introduction to Social Psychology: A European perspective (5th ed.), Oxford: Blackwell.
Hogg, M. & Vaughan, G. (2011) Social Psychology (6th ed.) Harlow, England: Prentice Hall
See the library reading list for this module (Medway)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
8.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which behaviour is influenced by social context and social forces.
8.2 Describe and explain the processes involved in self-concept, social attribution, and attitude formation.
8.3 Evaluate theories relating to the formation and dissolution of relationships.
8.4 Describe and explain theories and research findings on pro-social & anti-social behaviour.
The intended generic learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
9.1 Consult and interpret primary-source journal articles in relevant subject areas using electronic journals and the internet.
9.2 Demonstrate and understanding of different approaches to research and the application of research findings to social phenomena.
9.3 Organise and communicate information in a clear and coherent manner through essays and seminar-based group discussion or presentations.
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