Psychology

Prejudice, Discrimination and Intergroup Relations

Module code: C8569
Level 6
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture
Assessment modes: Coursework, Essay

On this module, you’ll explore psychological theories of prejudice, discrimination and intergroup relations. You’ll apply theory to multi-ethnic and racial contexts across the world, including the UK, US and Turkey.

You’ll examine:

• key issues in the study of intergroup relations
• the perceptions and experiences of majority and minority group members
• classic and modern theory and research on prejudice and intergroup relations
• applications of theory to pressing social issues, such as racism, sexism and ageism.

Module learning outcomes

• Describe theories of prejudice and discrimination (more broadly, intergroup relations) and summarise classical studies conducted in prejudice and discrimination literature.
• Provide theoretical arguments to improve intergroup relations in real-life contexts.
• Critically evaluate and reflect on the perspectives in prejudice and discrimination literature and interpret the published findings.