Social Psychology (2025/2026: Semester 1 – Fall)

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Cursusdoel

After completing this course students are able to:
  1. Gain understanding of the content of social psychology: research done, theories developed
  2. Contextualize this content in a scientific and social history of the discipline
  3. Critically evaluate the classic studies in the field
  4. Train the formulation of adequate social psychological research questions and methods
  5. Carry out a social psychological research project
Relationship between assessment and learning goals:
  • Exams: 1, 2
  • Classics assignment: 2, 3, 4
  • Research Project: 4, 5
  • Class participation: 1, 2, 3, 4

Vakinhoudelijk

Why do people conform to group norms? How do stereotypes shape our perceptions and interactions? What drives persuasion and influence? And how do we define who we are in relation to others? This course in Social Psychology explores the fascinating ways individuals think, feel, and behave in social contexts.

With a strong emphasis on critical thinking and research, students will examine classic and contemporary studies to understand the mechanisms behind social influence, attitudes, identity, prejudice, group dynamics, and interpersonal relationships. Through case studies, experiments, and discussions, you will not only learn about human behavior and cognition but also develop analytical skills essential for evaluating psychological research and real-world social issues. Additionally, this course serves as a foundation for our level 3 psychology courses, equipping students with key skills to handle the coursework in our advanced courses.

As part of a liberal arts and sciences education, this course is invaluable for students across disciplines. Whether you're studying political science, philosophy, public health, environmental studies, or the natural sciences, understanding social psychology will help you interpret human behavior, assess evidence critically, and apply psychological principles to diverse fields. The skills gained here are essential for anyone interested in leadership, policy-making, education, law, or any career requiring insight into human motivation and social interaction.

Join us to uncover the hidden forces shaping social life and sharpen your ability to think critically about the world around you!

Format
There are two meetings each week, for 15 weeks. In the first two weeks of the course, we lay the foundations for your understanding, focusing on methodology, ethics, and challenges to our field of research. From the 3rd week onwards, the first session of the week focuses on the topic of the week, and the second session is focused on the research project and additional topics such as the famous Milgram study. Students are expected to complete the weekly readings and actively participate in the class discussions.

Werkvormen

UCU ssc 2 course

Toetsing

Class participation

Verplicht | Weging 10% | ECTS 0,75

Midterm exam

Verplicht | Weging 25% | ECTS 1,88

Classics assignment

Verplicht | Weging 15% | ECTS 1,13

Research project

Verplicht | Weging 25% | ECTS 1,88

*midterm FEEDBACK*

Niet verplicht

Final exam

Verplicht | Weging 25% | ECTS 1,88

Ingangseisen en voorkennis

Ingangseisen

Er moet voldaan zijn aan de cursus:

En er moet voldaan zijn aan minimaal één van de cursussen:

Voorkennis

Er is geen informatie over benodigde voorkennis bekend.

Voertalen

  • Engels

Competenties

  • Academisch schrijven
  • Onderzoeksvaardigheden
  • Samenwerken

Cursusmomenten

Gerelateerde studies

Tentamens

Er is geen tentamenrooster beschikbaar voor deze cursus

Verplicht materiaal

  • BOEK
    An introduction to social psychology / Hewstone, & Stroebe. 7th Edition 2020. Wiley, ISBN: 9781119486268
    ISBN: 9781118823538

Aanbevolen materiaal

Er is geen informatie over de aanbevolen literatuur bekend

Coördinator

dr. R.A. Renes r.a.renes@uu.nl

Docenten

C.A. Harris c.a.harris@uu.nl

Inschrijving

Let op: deze cursus is niet toegankelijk voor studenten van andere faculteiten, bijvakkers mogen zich dus niet inschrijven.

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