Psychology

Course summary

This A Level course provides an introduction to key elements of both psychological theory and the research which underpins this theory. It is primarily a scientific course giving students the chance to develop core skills of analysis,interpretation and evaluation while looking at both human behaviour and biology. They will also begin to see how psychology has contributed to an understanding of individuals’ actions, societal phenomena and group dynamics. Students will also focus on the skills and knowledge appropriate to the implementation of psychological research and will need to be good at handling and analysing data.