Cross-Cultural Psychology
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Overview
Subject area
PSYC
Catalog Number
245
Course Title
Cross-Cultural Psychology
Department(s)
Description
This course offers an introduction to the field of cross-cultural psychology. In this course, students study the cultural similarities and differences of human behavior and mental processes. Students examine how race, gender, religion, geography, language and other demographic variables influence the ways in which individuals maneuver through their worlds. Relevant topics include: cross-cultural research methodology; culture and perception; intelligence, universality of human emotions; motivation; human development and socialization; psychological disorders; social cognition and cultural values; andsocial interactions.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
008139