Module: Social Psychology

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Social Psychology
Module Code	HD311
School	76
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Ashling Bourke Semester 2: Ashling Bourke Autumn: Ashling Bourke
Module Teachers	Ashling Bourke
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Coursework Only
Reassessment will involve 100% essay CA

Description

Social psychology is the study of human social behaviour; how our thoughts, feelings, and actions are influenced by other people and indeed how we influence them in turn. The aims of the module are; 1. To provide students with an overview of classical and contemporary theory and research in the field of social psychology and Wellbeing, 2. To offer students an opportunity to acquire greater insight into the powerful effects that the social environment can exert on an individuals’ affective, behavioural and cognitive processes, 3. To consider how social psychology themes and concepts can be applied to significant societal challenges.

Learning Outcomes

1. To understand and integrate knowledge of Social Psychology, including major theories and approaches in social psychology
2. To demonstrate a systematic understanding of social influences and their effects on behaviour
3. To critically evaluate the current approaches and challenges in social psychology
4. To apply knowledge social psychology concepts to significant societal challenges

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	22	No Description
Tutorial	4	No Description
Independent Study	99	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction to Social Psychology

Discrimination and Prejudice

Aggression

Social Cognition

Conformity and Obedience

Relationships

Understanding the Self

Prosocial Behaviour

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Essay	n/a	100%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Myers, D.G. & Twenge, J.M.: 2017, Social Psychology, 12, McGraw-Hill, New York,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

BAJH	Bachelor of Arts (BAJH)
BAJHI	Bachelor of Arts (BAJHI)
HMSA	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
HMSAO	Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science)
IESA	Study Abroad (Institute of Education)
IESAO	Study Abroad (Institute of Education)

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