Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

Study Plan

A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2016/2017 A.A. 2015/2016 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014 A.A. 2012/2013 A.A. 2011/2012 A.A. 2010/2011 A.A. 2009/2010 A.A. 2008/2009

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

1° Year

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
A
L-LIN/01
12
A
L-LIN/12
12
A
L-FIL-LET/12
6
A
M-STO/04
6
B
L-ART/05
6
B
L-ART/07
6
A
INF/01
3
F
INF/01
English B2
3
F
-

2° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2025/2026

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
B
M-DEA/01
12
B/C
M-FIL/01 ,M-FIL/03
6
A
INF/01
6
B
L-ART/06
12
A
SPS/07 ,SPS/08
6
B
SECS-P/10
1 module among the following
6
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
SECS-P/08
6
B
M-PSI/06
6
B
M-PSI/05
Second foreign language B1 CB Test
6
E
-
6
E
-
6
E
-
6
E
-

3° Year  It will be activated in the A.Y. 2026/2027

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
6
B
IUS/10
12
B/C
L-LIN/02 ,M-FIL/02
6
B
SPS/01
2 modules among the following
6
C
M-FIL/04
6
C
L-FIL-LET/14
6
C
L-FIL-LET/11
6
C
L-LIN/10
6
C
L-ART/02
6
C
M-STO/06
6
C
L-ART/04
6
C
M-STO/08
6
C
L-FIL-LET/10
6
C
M-STO/08
6
C
M-STO/08
Final exam
6
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°- 3°
12
D
-
Between the years: 1°- 2°- 3°
Further activities
6
F
-

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations
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padvanced
mMasterful

Social Psychology  (2025/2026)

Teaching code

4S00731

Teacher

Elena Trifiletti

Coordinator

Elena Trifiletti

Credits

6

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

M-PSI/05 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Period

CuCi 2 A, CuCi 2 B

Courses Single

Authorized

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

Learning objectives

The course aims to provide students with a theoretical-critical knowledge of the foundations of social psychology. The historical-conceptual development of the discipline, its definition and the specificity of doing research in social psychology will be presented. For example, the themes related to self-perception, social perception, dynamics related to social influence will be explored with particular attention to conformism and dyadic and group interactions. At the end of the module the student should know the basic aspects of the discipline and be able to read with a psychosocial view the main dynamics that govern social functioning.

Prerequisites and basic notions

None

Program

Consistent with the learning objectives, this course provides an introduction to Social Psychology, its main areas of interest and key theories with a particular focus on human behavior and how it is influenced by interactions with other individuals and groups, by perceptions, cognitions, and attitudes at both the individual and group levels, and by the role of traditional and digital media in shaping these processes.
The topics covered in the course will include:
- Definition of the field of study and methods
- Social Perception
- Attitudes and persuasion
- Social influence
- Aggression
- Social and personal identity
- Prejudice and stereotypes
- Conflict and reconciliation
Recommended readings: Testo per l'esame: Psicologia sociale (IV edizione). David G. Myers - Jean M. Twenge - Elena Marta - Maura Pozzi; McGraw Hill Education. Chapts: 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9,12.
Supplementary materials will be available on moodle.

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Didactic methods

The instructor will present theories and concepts through lectures. For each topic, supplementary materials will be provided on the role of media in the various psychosocial processes under examination. During the course, individual or group exercises will also be offered, aimed at applying the concepts learned to different communication contexts.

Learning assessment procedures

The exam consists of a test with 31 multiple-choice questions; each question has 3 answer options, of which only one is correct. The duration of the exam will be 25 minutes.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE

Evaluation criteria

Each correct answer will be awarded 1 point; 0 points will be assigned to every wrong answer or answer not given (there are no penalties for wrong or not given answers).

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

Sum of the scores up to 30 + distinction/honors if applicable.

Exam language

Italiano (English for international students, to be agreed with the instructor)

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