Psychology and Culture (C8571)

15 credits, Level 6

Spring teaching

We live an increasingly diverse, interconnected and multicultural world.

On this module you will critically evaluates the extant literature on cultural differences and similarities in human thought and behaviour, including topics such as:

• self-concepts
• cognition
• motivation
• emotions.

You will examine different approaches to the study of cultural psychology and critically evaluate different research outcomes.

A key outcome of this module is to increase your cultural competence, including your knowledge about different cultures and the behaviours that are common in these cultures. This module can be very relevant for your future career.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses:

• Psychology (with a professional placement year) BSc
• Psychology BSc
• Psychology with Business and Management BSc
• Psychology with Clinical Approaches BSc
• Psychology with Criminology BSc
• Psychology with Neuroscience BSc