In this module students will learn a framework for applying social psychology, and will develop an advanced understanding of how to apply social psychology theory and research to understanding, addressing and evaluating social and practical problems. The module invites practitioners to showcase how they use and apply social psychology theories in their field of work to help shape their understanding of human behaviour and develop effective interventions and solutions. It deals with the application of social psychology concepts and methods to significant real-world problems and issues.
Private Study: 178
Contact Hours: 22
Total: 200
Compulsory to the following courses:
• MSc Social Psychology
Optional to the following courses:
• MSc Developmental Psychology
• MSc Political Psychology
Main assessment methods
Lay Audience Article (1,500 words) – 30%*
Intervention Assignment (2,500 words) – 70%*
*this element is pass compulsory and must be passed to achieve the learning outcomes of the module
Reassessment methods
Like-for-Like
The University is committed to ensuring that core reading materials are in accessible electronic format in line with the Kent Inclusive Practices.
The most up to date reading list for each module can be found on the university's reading list pages.
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1. Understand the application of social psychological science to problems in a range of contexts, such as health, clinical, forensic, organisational, political and policy settings.
2. Appreciate the varied modes of interface between fundamental and applied research in social psychology, ranging from the development, testing and refinement of theory to evidence-based professional practice.
3. Analyse social psychological aspects of problems in a range of applied contexts and to identify the means by which change can be achieved.
4. Demonstrate expertise in the design and implementation of different research and evaluation methodologies.
5. Demonstrate an appreciation of issues involved in applying social psychological theory and methods
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