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Social psychology is a branch of psychology dedicated to the study of how people think about, influence and relate to each other. This course introduces students to the scientific study of social behaviour and provides an understanding of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives and research methods in social psychology. This understanding of human social behaviour must be considered by researchers and practitioners in all areas of psychology.

Social psychology is introduced as the study of social behaviour at multiple levels from individual processes through to community-level social phenomena. Basic concepts of social psychology are introduced (e.g., socialisation, self-esteem, altruism, aggression, attitudes, communication, interpersonal relationships, prejudice, group processes, cultural issues, leadership and social influence). Applied skills relevant to assessment and research relevant to this field of psychology are also covered (e.g., assessing different kinds of evidence and applying theory to social problems). Students will also require email and internet access to USQConnect for this course.

On completion of this course students should be able to:

1. Identify major theories relating to social processes of behaviour at the level of individuals, groups and communities;
2. Explain the effects of social influences on individuals and groups across a variety of social settings;
3. Reflect on one's own beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours regarding social phenomena;
4. Think critically about social behaviour and assess different kinds of evidence used to analyse social phenomena;
5. Apply social psychological theories to particular social problems with a view to understanding the impacts and antecedents of those issues at the level of individuals, groups and communities.