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PSY454A: Social Psychology

Course Description

An introduction to Social Psychology

Course Content

Module

Introduction and methods

Social Cognition & Perception

Conformity and obedience

Self and Identity

Attitudes, stereotyping and prejudice

Interpersonal attraction and relationships

Aggression, violence & prosocial behavior

Groups and Individuals

Social Robotics

Course Audience

Mainly intended for senior UG students. Background in psychology is desirable.

Outcomes of this Course

  • By the end of the course the student should be 
  • Familiar with the basic field of social psychology
  • Understand social psychology as a scientific endeavor
  • Understand the methodology used in conducting research in the field of social psychology 
  • Able to appreciate various domains within social psychology and use them to understand the contemporary social scenario. 
  • Understand the implications that social psychology has in real life as well for other disciplines.