Psychology

Course summary

An A level in Psychology would provide students with an in-depth understanding of human behaviour. They will also gain the ability to conduct research and will critically review studies that were conducted to discover more about the human mind. It is a great foundation for many careers in law, journalism, psychiatry, social work, counselling and the police, amongst others. During the course, you will how different approaches explain human behaviour, how behaviour is studied and analysed and how to conduct your own research. You will also learn how to critically analyse both studies and theories. Compulsory content: Optional content: 1 Social influence 9 Relationships 2 Memory 10 Schizophrenia 3 Attachment 11 Forensic psychology 4 Psychopathology 5 Approaches in psychology 6 Biopsychology 7 Research methods 8 Issues and debates in psychology