Social-psychological fundamentals of social work II

Department

Bachelor's program Social Work

Course unit code

SOA-B-5-BZ3-PSY-ILV

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2.0

Name of lecturer(s)

FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Lill-Rastern Barbara

Mode of delivery

distance learning/e-learning

Recommended optional program components

none

Recommended or required reading

Aronson, E. et al. (2020). Social Psychology. Hallbergmoos: Pearson

Jonas, K. et al. (2014). Sozialpsychologie. Eine Einführung. Heidelberg: Springer

Assessment methods and criteria

Course immanent examination

Level of course unit

Bachelor

Year of study

Fall 2025

Semester when the course unit is delivered

5

Language of instruction

English

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Knowledge and understanding of social psychological theories regarding chosen areas
Awareness of and competence in linking theoretical knowledge to Social work practice

Course contents

Cognitive Dissonance
Conformity & groupthink
Group processes
Prosocial Behaviour

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course comprises an interactive mix of live and online lectures, asynchronous work, discussions and individual and group work.

Work placement(s)

none