Personality Psychology

Education facts

Code: 2PS120

This course provides basic knowledge on personality psychology. In focus of the course content are central theories within personality psychology and how these theories can be used to understand human behavior. The course deepens the knowledge on key concepts within the area of personality theories, but also aims to highlight critique that has been placed towards the field. To understand this critique, scientific theory, methods and measures are discussed. Focus is also put on relevant themes such as genes and environment. Strengths and weaknesses of different personality theories are discussed. The course content will be problematized from critical perspectives such as for example gender- and cultural perspectives.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements + Mathematics 2a or 2b or 2c or level 2a or 2b or 2c, Civics 1b or 1a1+1a2 or level 1b or 1a1+1a2

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Personality Psychology

  Umeå University

  Umeå

  Start date: 3 December 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %