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School of Psychology Module Handbook for Spring Term 2016 Psychological perspectives on Self and Identity Module C8027 Level 3: 15 credits Convenor: Viv Vignoles (Pevensey I 2B18; x3635; v.l.vignoles@sussex.ac.uk) NOTE: Most of the questions you need answers to about this module are in this document. Please read it fully and carefully before your first seminar. This document concerns the structure and content of the module. If you have questions about procedures, please consult the School of Psychology Administration Office in Pev1 2A13 or via psychology@sussex.ac.uk. Aims and objectives Psychological research has shown that in many ways our thoughts, feelings, motives and actions depend on who we think we are: our self-concepts or identities. This module explores classic and contemporary psychological accounts of self and identity processes. Coverage is broad, encompassing a thorough and critical examination of key theories and debates in social psychology - drawing also on developmental, cross-cultural, social constructionist and philosophical perspectives - as well as considering the implications of these theories for real-world issues, such as subjective well-being, health behaviours, personal relationships, prejudice and politics. The module is designed to encourage and reward independent and critical thinking about these issues Module learning outcomes By the end of the module, a successful student should be able to: 1. demonstrate knowledge of a range of theoretical perspectives and empirical research into self and identity processes; 2. describe and evaluate current and possible future applications of such knowledge to issues of personal and social wellbeing; 3. show skills acquired in the critical evaluation and synthesis of ideas about self and identity processes derived from diverse bodies of literature; 4. show skills acquired in the communica