This module provides an opportunity to study at an advanced level the literature on intergroup relations. It will stress how social-psychological and personality theories in combination can explain intergroup processes. Emphasis will be placed on applying theoretical models and empirical findings to the analysis of real-world problems. Topics that will be addressed include social identity and social categorization, social inequality, prejudice, intergroup conflict and innervations to improve intergroup relations. The module relies primarily on research in social and personality psychology, but we will also consider perspectives from other fields, such as political science and sociology. This module relies heavily on student presentation, participation and student discussion.
Private Study: 180
Contact Hours: 20
Total: 200
Compulsory to the following courses:
• MSc Political Psychology
Optional to the following courses:
• MSc Social Psychology
• MSc Developmental Psychology
Main assessment methods
Presentation (30%)
Extended Essay 3000 words (70%)*
*This element is pass compulsory and must be passed to achieve the learning outcomes of the module
Reassessment methods
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The University is committed to ensuring that core reading materials are in accessible electronic format in line with the Kent Inclusive Practices.
The most up to date reading list for each module can be found on the university's reading list pages.
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the core domains of intergroup relation
2 Develop the intellectual skill of critical reflection when considering the diversity of theoretical and empirical perspectives that underpin the study of intergroup relations
3 Show key intellectual skills when critically evaluating theoretical and empirical literature on intergroup relations
4 Develop the skill to apply the theoretical models to real-life social contexts
5 Develop the transferable skills to communicate and evaluate analyses of intergroup relations.
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