Module Code: |
H6SPS2 |
Long Title
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Social Psychology 2
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Title
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Social Psychology 2
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 6 |
EQF Level: |
5 |
EHEA Level: |
Short Cycle |
Module Coordinator: |
David Mothersill |
Module Author: |
Lynn Farrell |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
Lecturer with PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
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)
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Social Influence
• Sociocultural and biological influences on behaviour (e.g., gender roles)
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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).
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 60.00% |
End of Module Assessment | 40.00% |
AssessmentsFull 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. |
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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 |
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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.
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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.
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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 |
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Aronson, E., Wilson, T.D., & Sommers, S.R.. (2020), Social Psychology. Global Edition, 10th Ed. Pearson Education Ltd..
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Hogg, M.A. & Vaughan, G.M.. (2018), Social Psychology, 8th Ed. Pearson Education Ltd..
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Myers, D. G., & Twenge, J., M.. (2018), Exploring Social Psychology, McGraw-Hill Education.
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Branscombe, N.R., & Baron, R.A.. (2017), Social Psychology, 14th Ed. Pearson.
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Myers, D. G., & Twnege, J. M.. (2018), Exploring Social Psychology, 8th Ed. McGraw Hill Education.
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Smith, J. R., & Haslam, S. A.. (2016), Social Psychology: Revisiting the classic studies, 2nd Ed.
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Other Resources |
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[Website], Wiley online library,
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[Website], Science Direct,
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[Website], NCI Library,
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[Website], Google Scholar,
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