Browse Hierarchy PSYC4002: Foundations of Social Psychology

Throughout its relatively short history psychology has often placed its emphasis on the individual human subject. There is of course much more to being human than this. Social psychology, since its formulation, has emphasised the role of context, environment and culture. In this way the module examines a host of different areas where the individual, groups, crowds and societal groups engage e.g. crowds, social influence, personality and the 'self'. Through focusing on the areas of engagement outlined above the module also aims to provide students with a brief introduction to some of the major areas within social psychology.