Universität Wien

200100 SE Seminar in Applied Psychology: Mind and Brain (2025S)

Stress and Social Cognition

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 20 - Psychologie
Continuous assessment of course work

Anwendungsseminare können nur für das Pflichtmodul B verwendet werden! Eine Verwendung für das Modul A4 Freie Fächer ist nicht möglich.

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 20 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 06.03. 08:00 - 09:30 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 13.03. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 20.03. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 27.03. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 03.04. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 08.05. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607
  • Thursday 15.05. 08:00 - 11:15 PCR Computerhörsaal Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0607

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The goal of the class is to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of stress research, particularly on social and cognitive psychological research questions. This includes the review of scientific literature and the critical evaluation of the evidence, summarizing research findings to the class, and leading critical discussions. In total, there will be 6 sessions (+1 short introductory class)—each corresponding to 2 seminars. Each class will contain three modules: (1) lecture (approximately 25%), (2) student-led presentation (50%), and (3) discussion (25%).

Assessment and permitted materials

Grading:
Participation: 30%
Presentation: 40%
Take-Home: 30%

Participation:
Particular emphasis is placed on participation and constructive involvement in discussions and group exercises. Compulsory attendance (at least 75%)

Presentation:
Presentation of a particular topic in class and the leading of discussion on the topic discussed (including questions).

Take-Home:
A research topic of choice (“Stress and …”). Implementing a design that builds on the existing literature (e.g., discussed in class), including a short introduction, methods and design section, and brief hypothesis statement. Make sure the design is justified (i.e., literature is referenced). Maximum 4-5 Pages (12 Pts, Times New Roman, double spaced, reasonable margins, APA style). Include figures/graphics if helpful. The reference list is not counted toward the page limit.
Graded in class by peers on (1) layout and “style” (see above) (25%), (2) content (40%), (3) feasibility (10%), (4) originality or incrementality (i.e., does it build on existing research, is it interesting (25%). The instructor will double-check afterwards for the final grade.

The use of artificial intelligence tools (e.g., chat GPT) for class work is strongly discouraged.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Examination topics

Reading list


Association in the course directory

Last modified: Tu 25.02.2025 13:27