LAP 509 Advanced Social Psychology

This course is an advanced study of individual behavior influenced by the real or imagined presence of other people. Students examine the major theories of self, cognition, social perception, biases, attitudes, social influence, relationships, group processes, violence and aggression, and prosocial behaviors; and further study the impact of culture on social interaction. This gateway course in the M.A. in Psychology program also provides an introduction to the graduate study of psychology as well as APA writing and style. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or approval of the department. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours

Credits

3