Social Psychology (Taught)

Why choose this course
Learn from lecturers who are active researchers in individual differences, emotions, prejudice and discrimination, social communication and much more.

Access our state-of-the-art psychology facilities, including a six-room virtual reality suite and two observation laboratories, to delve into the science of how we think about ourselves and other people, and how we influence and relate to one another.

Join our Social Emotions and Equality in Relations Research Group to take part in seminars and workshops, and benefit from our links with renowned research institutions across the world.

What you will study
You’ll explore topics such as prejudice and discrimination, moral judgement and emotions. You’ll examine how individuals and groups interact to construct and maintain identities, and the links between psychology and social change, communities and relationships.

We’ll provide you with an in-depth understanding of contemporary approaches and the skills required to conduct research in the field, through cutting-edge methods and techniques. We’ll also give you an insight into qualitative and quantitative research methods, including the use of statistical software, ensuring you have a solid foundation to collect, analyse and interpret data.

You’ll complete a research dissertation that will allow you to carry out experiments and projects on important topics in the field, with previous students researching:

-Is the world neutral for non-binary people? Investigating linguistic differences in cisgender and non-binary individuals
-Investigating the sexual double standard in consensual non-monogamy: are women evaluated more harshly?