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Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü

Uygulamalı Sosyal Psikoloji

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

AIMS OF PROGRAM

Social Psychology is the branch of psychology scientifically and systematically study how we think about ourselves and other people, and how we influence and relate to one another. Applied Social Psychology programme looks at a range of topical social issues through the lens of social psychological theories As an MSc Social Psychology student you will learn theories, methods, and empirical findings in the field of social psychology, which are relevant to current social issues.The programme aims to provide you with an awareness of the historical and philosophical background of social psychology, an in-depth knowledge of contemporary theoretical and methodological approaches and research findings, and the ability to conduct different types research in the field.

DEGREE AWARDED

Upon successful completion of this program (120 ECTS, 27 semester credit hours ), the student will be awarded Master of Science in Applied Social Psychology

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Given the importance of social relationships for motivation and well-being and given societal issues that arise out of social and racial inequalities and conflicting cultural values, this programme will offer useful insights for diverse careers related to counselling, education, businesses, and government/non-profit organizations. Moreover, you will benefit from conducting research in multcultural environment like TRNC, where student from various part of the wolrd study.
The programme will provide relevant preparation for a range of career paths, including:
" Pusuing a PhD in Social Psychology or in a related field.
" Able to conduct independent reasearch.
" pursuing careers as psychologists, counsellors, social workers in hospitals, community centres, schools and businesses, Social Health consultant, family counselors, guidance counsellors and more.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

TThe objective of this program is to equip the students with
More specifically, on successful completion of this programme, you will be able to:
" a critical understanding of the challenges of researching individuals embedded in their social worlds;
" to think as a social psychologist in seeking understanding of and solutions to practical and theoretical problems
" to address the challenges of researching individuals embedded in their social worlds
" conduct rigorous independent social psychological research drawing on the range of social psychological approaches and methodologies
" evaluate published research in social psychology
" make well-informed contributions to discussions about social issues

EDUCATIONAL METHODS

Our department is dedicated to advancing knowledge of human behavior as it relates to various fields in psychology. We train our students to be able to work as teachers, counselors, evaluators and researchers clinicians in all works of life by cultivating mastery of skills in the areas of human development and behavior, learning theory and research and evaluation methods and ethical practices. To achieve our aim we employ different teaching and assessment methods. The traditional classroom methods are combined with both lab. And field work to for effective teaching methods and quality learning. Technological platforms such as the e-learning module provide interacting avenues for instructors and students. It is used for the following activities

-Assignment submission
-Discussion forum
-Files download
-Grading
-Moodle instant messages
-Online calendar
-Online news and announcement (College and course level)
-Online quiz
The student also have acces to the library datbase for various reasech activities.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduation require students to succesfully complete (120 ECTS, 27 semester credit hours),supervised internship with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 . Graduation is conferred by the University Senate upon the recommendation of the Faculties.
The Diplomas are prepared by the Registrar`s Office, and indicate the name of the Program, the date of graduation, and the degree obtained.

Last Update: 10/07/2017

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