UO Social and Community Psychology

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 2022
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Course ID
204596
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to further develop students' knowledge of the concepts, theories, and methods for understanding social behaviour and the relationship between people and their social environment. Students will further develop their understanding of social and community research for understanding human psychology by exploring the basis of social behaviour in resources and social relationships, engaging in practical analysis of groups and communities including non-western communities and using analytical tools drawn from across the social sciences.

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse a range of social psychological theories and their applications
  • Employ a critical, empirical approach to the analysis of social and community behaviour using qualitative methods
  • Apply knowledge of Social and Community Psychology to the analysis of social behaviour

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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