Overview
This unit presents contemporary theories and methods in social psychology. A social cognitive perspective is used to examine issues such as evolutionary social psychology, self-concepts, attitudes, counterfactual thinking, self-deception and group behaviour. Particular emphasis is placed upon the application of social psychological theories to issues such as psychological health, social … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS
Rules
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Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Dr Vanlal Thanzami
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Vanlal Thanzami
Notes
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Scheduled teaching activities and/or workload information are subject to change in response to COVID-19, please check your Unit timetable and Unit Moodle site for more details.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
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Understand recent theoretical advances in social cognition research, and how these might contribute to addressing social problems;
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Develop skills in the critical evaluation of social psychological theories, and the types of research designs that can be used to test social psychological hypothesis; and
3.
Be able to apply these skills in developing an individual research topic.
Assessment
1 - Multiple choice exam (2 hours and 10 minutes)
2 - Critical appraisal of current theoretical and research literature (2,000 words)
3 - Social Psychology journal and reflection
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Availability in areas of study
Psychology
Psychological science
Psychological science