Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand the fundamentals (theories and tools) in human and social sciences
• Identify and explain the basic theoretical trends in various fields of human sciences (law, economics, management, history, psychology, etc.) and their applications.
• Understand the social environment and the way it works, as well as the role played by different social, economic and political agents
• Analyse historical and contemporary phenomena of societies.
• Information-Communication option: Understand the fundamentals in the field of information-communication
• Develop a critical approach towards the main issues and outcomes in the field of information and communication.
• Analyse social messages, particularly media messages.
• Master knowledge from disciplines within social and human sciences.
• Identify and explain the basic theories in political sciences and social sciences.
• Understand the tools and methods adapted to these disciplines.
• Understand extensive issues and answer key questions in these disciplines.
• Master the principles and methodologies of scientific approaches applicable in the disciplines within social and human sciences
• Know the principles of different methodological approaches.
• Apply transferable skills, such as analysis and critical thinking, thoroughness, independence, and teamwork
• Demonstrate a critical mind, ethical values and independent judgment issues of human and social sciences.
• Mobilise acquired knowledge and skills to develop learning strategies required at the chosen Master level.

Learning Outcomes of UE

This programme will enable the student to: (a) understand the theoretical and methodological basis of social psychology and to apply it when explaining interpersonal and societal phenomena; (b) develop some learning strategies that are needed to pursue their training with a high level of autonomy (e.g. for the master thesis and practical work).
 

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

Social psychology aims to explain how individuals' thoughts, feelings and behaviours are influenced by the real, imagined or implicit presence of other human beings. This course aims to introduce students to the conceptual, methodological and applied foundations of social psychology. Through a structured progression, it will enable them to understand how individuals think and act in social contexts, exploring key concepts such as attitudes (including attitude change), social identity, group dynamics, social influence, social cognition, social relations, social thinking, collective beliefs, and the phenomena of stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination. Drawing on empirical research and concrete examples, the course aims to develop students' ability to critically analyse psychosocial mechanisms and to raise their initial awareness of the discipline's areas of application. The objective is to build a solid foundation for the continuation of their education by promoting understanding, memorisation and knowledge transfer.
 

Prior Experience

Not applicable