Professor J.M. Post The Elliott School of International Affairs offers a course sequence (which may lead to a graduate certificate) in political psychology.
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| 201 |
Fundamentals of Political Psychology (3) |
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A review of the interdisciplinary field of political psychology; examination of psychological influences on political behavior at the level of the individual and small group; the psychology of leader–follower relationships; crisis decision making.(Fall) |
| 202 |
Political Psychology Research Methods (3) |
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Major research methods of political psychology, using classic articles in the field. Both quantitative methods, such as survey research and content analysis, and qualitative methods, such as personality profiling and comparative case studies, are considered. Prerequisite: PPsy 201. (Fall) |
| 203 |
Public Opinion and Political Psychology (3) |
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Same as PSc 220. |
| 205 |
Political Violence and Terrorism (3) |
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The origins and the sociopolitical and behavioral dynamics of political violence and terrorism. Major types of terrorism are differentiated. Implications for antiterrorist policy. The psychology of hostages. (Spring) |
| 291 |
Applied Political Psychology (3) |
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Seminar and practicum in applications of political psychology. Prerequisite: PPsy 201. (As arranged) |
| 295 |
Independent Study and Research (1 to 3) |
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Supervised research in a special topic in political psychology. Preparation of major research paper. Prerequisite: PPsy 201, 202.(As arranged) |
