Individuals and Groups (C8510)
Individuals and Groups
Module C8510
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
Introduces students to the central ideas and findings of social psychology. All psychology undergraduates at Sussex take this module. Students will learn about theories, methods, empirical findings and applications of social psychology. The module does not require any prior knowledge of psychology.
Full Module Description
Introduces students to the central ideas and findings of social psychology. All psychology undergraduates at Sussex take this module. Students will learn about theories, methods, empirical findings and applications of social psychology. The module does not require any prior knowledge of psychology.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of key theories, concepts and research in personality and social psychology
Understand and evaluate theories, concepts and research in personality and social psychology
Construct and structure arguments related to theories, concepts and research in the areas of personality and social psychology
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 10 | 100.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111110 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 01010101011 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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