Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 101683

Coordinator Caroline Joyce Opens in new window

Description Social psychology is the study of human behaviour and mental processes in their social context. Social psychology examines social behaviour and social thinking using scientific psychological research methods. This subject considers both classic and recent theories, research and applications in core areas of social psychology such as: attitudes, stereotyping and prejudice, social cognition, group processes, cross-cultural and Indigenous Australian psychology, and social influence. Emphasis is placed upon the role of contemporary research and theory in increasing our understanding of social phenomena and the relevance of this to everyday life.

School Psychology

Discipline Psychology

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 3 subject

Pre-requisite(s) MATH 2006

Equivalent Subjects BEHV 2013 - Social and Developmental Psychology

Restrictions

Note that only students enrolled at WSU Online may register in the WSU Online subjects offered at that location.

The online version of this subject is only available to students enrolled in 1793 Bachelor of Science, Criminology and Psychological Studies.

Assumed Knowledge

Basic understanding of core concepts of personality, social and developmental psychology.