PSYC 202 - Cultural Psychology

Number of Credits: 3
Explore the role of culture in the psychological development of individuals and groups. Discuss topics such as privilege, sexuality, gender, motivation, development, mental health, and social interaction. (Fall term only) Three hours lecture each week. Three credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): PSYC 101 or SOC 101
Course Topics:
Privilege, sexuality, gender, motivation, development, mental health, and social interaction.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Express a critical awareness of one’s own worldviews and biases and how these cultural factors influence one’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Identify psychological implications of prejudice, associated stigmas, and other structures of inequality.
Critically evaluate research about psychological principles and culture.
Apply relevant research methods relating to culture and psychology.
Utilize psychological theories and principles to develop an understanding of the impact of cultural values on human interactions.