About the Unit
The Community Psychology Unit is the organisational home for researchers who study psychological processes in historical, educational, social, organisational, and political contexts. The unit contributes to the Department of Psychology’s research and teaching with a focus on how societal structures and cultural conditions influence behaviour, well being, and social participation.
Research Focus
Researchers in the unit work with both fundamental and applied perspectives on community psychology. The research aims to understand, explain and improve the conditions that influence people’s upbringing, social functioning, working lives and participation in society.
Research areas include:
- Educational psychology, with a focus on concepts, formation and socialisation.
- Social psychology, including cognition attitude formation, programmes of study of stereotypes and prejudice
- Working life and organisational psychology, focusing on well being, leadership, and the work environment.
- Architectural psychology, focusing on the impact of places on people's lives.
- Educational and societal interventions aimed at prevention, health promotion, and social inclusion.
- Political psychology and communication, such as how information and media influence attitudes and behaviour.
Academic Collaboration
The unit serves as a hub for researchers collaborating across projects, research groups, and international networks. Its organisation supports methodological diversity and promotes the application of research findings across public and private sectors.