Unit details
HPS774 - Introduction to Social Psychology
| Offered at: | (B, G, W, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1, Trimester 3 (2011-2012) |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Webb (B) |
| Incompatible with: | HPS204 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 2 hour lecture per week, 1 x 2 hour tutorial per fortnight |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit covers the main theories and research methods of social psychology. Topics include: ethical issues in social psychology; social knowledge; attribution; nature and measurement of attitudes; changing attitudes; social influence; group processes and decision-making; prejudice; self and identity; affiliation; attraction and love; and prosocial behaviour.
Assessment
Examination (2.5 hours) 50%, assignment (2500 words) 50%
Prescribed texts
Vaughan, G. & Hogg, M. 2008, Introduction to Social Psychology, 5th edn, Prentice-Hall, Sydney
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $680 | $680 | $680 | $2449 | $2672 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
**** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2005
***** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2006
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
