Module Code: H6SPS2
Long Title Social Psychology 2
Title Social Psychology 2
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: David Mothersill
Module Author: Lynn Farrell
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff

Lecturer with PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate knowledge of the core concepts of Social Psychology and be able to evaluate key concepts, assumptions and theories in Social Psychology.
LO2 Examine the relationship between attitudes and behavior, considering prejudice and discrimination.
LO3 Evaluate how social psychology can be applied in practical contexts to contribute to a sustainable future.
LO4 Evaluate the impact of psychology on various aspects of society.
LO5 Recognise and consider factors that may predispose, influence, or impact the rise of certain types of social behavior such as aggression and prosocial behavior.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Social Cognition/Social Thinking
• Attitude Formation and Measurement • Attitudes and Behaviour • Attitude Change • Stereotypes and their impact (e.g., stereotype threat)
Social Influence
• Sociocultural and biological influences on behaviour (e.g., gender roles)
Social Relations
• Prejudice & Discrimination • Intergroup Behaviour (e.g., realistic conflict, social identity theory, improving intergroup relations) • Types and theories of aggression • Violence in the media • Situational and societal influences on aggression • Prosocial behaviour & theories: evolution, social exchange, empathy-altruism hypothesis • Bystander intervention • Other influences of prosocial behaviour, including personal characteristics, mood, location. • Applying Social Psychological to achieve a sustainable, happy Future (e.g., Influencing social norms, understanding materialism and wellbeing).
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework60.00%
End of Module Assessment40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Continuous Assessment % of total: 60
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
This will involve one part worth 60% which may take the following form: Students can choose one of the following four assignment options to complete. • Reflective Learning Journal • Social Psychology Report • PSA poster • Report on Behaviour Change The journal must be completed individually but if choosing to complete one of the other assignments students can choose to complete the assignment individually or in groups of 2 – 3. If completing in groups students must agree that all members contributed appropriately and that they will receive a group mark. These assignments were influenced by resources available online from Prof Jon Mueller.
End of Module Assessment
Assessment Type: Terminal Exam % of total: 40
Assessment Date: End-of-Semester Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
MCQ covering topics from across the module
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
Reassessment Description
If a student fails the module overall, they will be required to complete a repeat essay or reflective learning journal that covers learning outcomes 1-5.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom and demonstrations 24 Per Semester 2.00
Independent Learning Independent learning 101 Per Semester 8.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Aronson, E., Wilson, T.D., & Sommers, S.R.. (2020), Social Psychology. Global Edition, 10th Ed. Pearson Education Ltd..
  • Hogg, M.A. & Vaughan, G.M.. (2018), Social Psychology, 8th Ed. Pearson Education Ltd..
  • Myers, D. G., & Twenge, J., M.. (2018), Exploring Social Psychology, McGraw-Hill Education.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Branscombe, N.R., & Baron, R.A.. (2017), Social Psychology, 14th Ed. Pearson.
  • Myers, D. G., & Twnege, J. M.. (2018), Exploring Social Psychology, 8th Ed. McGraw Hill Education.
  • Smith, J. R., & Haslam, S. A.. (2016), Social Psychology: Revisiting the classic studies, 2nd Ed.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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