Social Psychology Introduction

This course offers an engaging introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. It covers a wide range of themes such as social cognition, attitudes, persuasion, conformity, group dynamics, prejudice, aggression, prosocial behavior, attraction, justice, and applied social psychology. Through these topics, learners discover how social and cultural forces shape everyday behavior. The course brings together classic studies and modern perspectives and includes both Western and Indian examples, giving learners a broad and relevant understanding of human social behaviour. Learners will work through a mix of video lessons, readings, discussions, quizzes, and applied assignments. They will explore how people make sense of the social world, how relationships form and change, how group pressures influence decisions, and how psychological processes show up in systems like the legal and environmental sectors. The course also focuses on ethical questions, the role of cognitive biases, and how psychology can address real-world challenges. By the end, learners develop a strong foundation in understanding human behaviour and learn how to apply psychological ideas to social issues, personal interactions, and informed decision-making

• Understand cognitive and social development across life stages
• Discover how social and cultural forces shape behavior
• Analyze formation of relationships and group dynamics
• Understand group pressure effects on decisions
• Recognize psychological processes in social systems

• Basic computer and internet skills
• Ability to read English instructions and complete exercises