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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

PSY 424 - Social Cognition


2016-2017 Catalog Year:

Social Cognition is the study of information processing about ourselves, others, and social groups. This course provides a detailed introduction to topics and theories in Social Cognition, with a focus on empirical findings in the field. Students will familiarize themselves with classic and contemporary theories and methods in Social Cognition. Sample topics in the course include social judgment, automaticity, attitudes, and stereotypes.

Prerequisite: PSY 290 and PSY 340; or instructor permission.
Credit: 3