Objectives of general skills

• Analyse a situation (individually or collectively) in reference to theories and methodological approaches within psychology.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge and methodological approaches to understand and explain the normal/atypical/pathological functioning of individuals, groups or organisations.
• Analyse and model a situation (individually or collectively) by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured and adapted way to the intended purpose and relevant public.
• Present and structure data in a clear, precise, neutral, and non-oriented way.
• Present research results (orally and in writing).
• Act ethically and professionally.
• Act in compliance with specific legislative frameworks and the code of conduct of Belgian psychologists.
• Adopt professional attitudes (think critically, avoid prejudices, respect professional confidentiality, etc.).

UE's Learning outcomes

At the end of the instruction, the students will be able to understand and to take into account in their professional practices the essential concepts related to the effects of the intercultural contacts in human relations. They will adopt a reflexive point of view that is respectful of cultural diversity. At last, they will be able to analyze a specific intercultural situation according to theoretical models and concepts studied.

UE Content

- Basic concepts related to the notion of culture (components, dimensions, functions,...).
- Links between culture and psychology (fields of studies of (inter-)cultural psychology).
- Cultural belonging, identity development and dynamics (ethnocentrism, transmission, enculturation, relativism,...) and recognition/relations to cultural otherness (intercultural contacts, adaptation strategies,...).
- Cultural diversity management (universalism, multiculturalism, ...) and anti-discrimination legislation (protected cultural criteria).

Prior experience

Not applicable

Term 1 for Integrated Assessment - type

• Presentation and works

Term 1 for Integrated Assessment - comments

Not applicable

Term 2 for Integrated Assessment - type

• N/A

Term 2 for Integrated Assessment - comments

Not applicable

Term 3 for Integrated Assessment - type

• Presentation and works

Term 3 for Integrated Assessment - comments

Not applicable

Resit Assessment for IT - Term 1 (B1BA1) - type

• N/A

Resit Assessment for IT - Term 1 (B1BA1) - Comments

Not applicable