HPS784 - The Social Psychology of Relationships
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| Enrolment modes: | (B, G, X) |
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| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | G Karantzas (B) |
| Prerequisite: | HPS774 |
| Incompatible with: | HPS304 |
| Contact hours: | Online lectures, 1 x 2 hour seminar per fortnight, 1 x 2 hour practical per fortnight |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
In this unit students will gain an advanced understanding of social psychological research into interpersonal relationship processes. Students will learn about various topics such as: attachment and attitudinal processes, the formation and dissolutions of relationships, emotion and prosocial behaviour in relationships, aggression and interpersonal hostility. Concurrently, the unit will extend students\' understanding of some major approaches and methodologies that have shaped the study of relationships and interpersonal processes.Assessment
Tutorial participation 15%, assignment (2000 words) 35%, examination (1.5 hours) 35%, online quiz 15%
Prescribed texts
No prescribed text - online readings
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2675 | $2918 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.