PS3034
Social Psychology
2023-2024
10
5
SCQF level 9
2
Academic year(s): 2023-2024
SCOTCAT credits : 10
ECTS credits : 5
Level : SCQF level 9
Semester: 2
Availability restrictions: Available to General Degree students with permission of the Psychology Honours Adviser
Planned timetable:
This module explores several major themes and debates in social psychology, the central one being the nature of the relationship between individuals and groups. We will be looking in depth at the ways in which human experience and behaviour is shaped by social groups, and how this helps us to understand a range of behaviours. A variety of methodological approaches theoretical perspectives on these topics will be examined in order to develop your understanding of the field and your ability to evaluate social psychological research critically. We will examine strengths and limitations of different approaches, introduce current debates in the literature, and link theoretical knowledge to current events.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass PS2002
Weekly contact: 1 x 2-hour lecture and 1 x 1-hour laboratory class or seminar (Weeks 1 - 5)
Scheduled learning hours: 15
Guided independent study hours: 85
As used by St Andrews: 1.5-hour Written Examination = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%
Re-assessment: 1.5-hour Written Examination = 100%
Module coordinator: Dr S D Pehrson
Module teaching staff: Dr Samuel Pehrson
Module coordinator email sdp21@st-andrews.ac.uk