This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the psychological processes underlying issues of equity and diversity within various social contexts. Designed for students seeking to understand the interplay between psychological processes and the dynamics of diverse and inclusive environments, this course delves into the core principles of social identity and intergroup relations. Students will examine the psychological mechanisms that contribute to prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination, while also exploring strategies for promoting equity, fostering inclusivity, and managing relations within diverse groups. Through a combination of theoretical insights and empirical analyses, students will develop a nuanced understanding of the psychological processes associated with social identities, intergroup relations and social justice concepts and practices. Ultimately, the course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute positively to the cultivation of equitable and inclusive spaces in various personal and professional settings.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Understand and apply psychological principles underpinning issues of equity, diversity, and intergroup relations, including the examination of social identity and intergroup relations; prejudice, stereotyping and discrimination; and social justice.
- Understand, evaluate and utilize how social and psychological processes can be leveraged to drive social change, challenge social inequalities, and contribute to the development of a more just and equitable society.
- Evaluate diversity programs and initiatives, applying psychological principles to assess their effectiveness in promoting equity and inclusivity.
- Address practical, real-world problems through the application and integration of conceptual knowledge gained through this course to their own current or intended diversity and equity practices.
- Demonstrate competencies in the communication, evaluation and application of psychological principles in organisational diversity and equity practices.
Indicative Assessment
- Literature Review (25) [LO 1,2,3]
- Social Justice Advocacy and Activism Exercise (invigilated) (25) [LO 1,2,4,5]
- Evaluation of Diversity Programs and Initiatives (25) [LO 1,3,4]
- Reflective Journal (25) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
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Workload
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including:
- on-campus component that may consist of three hours of lecture/seminar discussion per week across the semester (36 total hours);
- approximately 94 hours of self-directed study that will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks, as well as engaging in deep learning of course material.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
The essential readings for this course are prescribed journal articles and book chapters that will be made available on the learning management system once students are enrolled.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 4B
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $4680 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $7080 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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