On the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Recall and understand key knowledge about classic and contemporary theories and evidence in personality and social psychology.
2. Report research in the field of personality and social psychology in a clear and concise manner using a professional writing style.
3. Undertake a basic, critical analysis of theory and evidence in personality and social psychology.

PSYC2600 is made up of two strands. The first, social psychology, will examine issues such as attitudes, the self, social influence, intragroup processes, and intergroup behaviour.
The second strand will examine approaches to personality that have been influential in terms of theory, methodology and practical applications in clinical and occupational settings.
Topics covered will include the trait, Freudian, Behaviorist, Humanist, social cognitive, and biological approaches to personality.
The course forms part of the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council's accredited sequence.

Related courses:
PSYC2500, PSYC3500, PSYC3600, PSYC3700

PSYC2090

Students who have completed PSYC2090 will not be required to complete PSYC2600.
Not to count with PSYC2090.

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PSYC1010 and PSYC1020
STAT1070
STAT2000 should be taken prior to or in conjunction with PSYC2600.

Internal Mode

Lecture
Laboratory

Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 6 weeks