Psychology

Course summary

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behavior: it focuses on why we think, feel, act, and interact as we do both as individuals and as members of a social group. As an A-level psychology student, you will be allowed to study the core areas of Psychology, as well as have the option to specialize in topics such as mental illness and criminology. You will also experience what it is like to be a research psychologist; planning and carrying out practical investigations into areas such as memory. Students wishing to study A A-level psychology will need a good foundation in English and, as 10% of the course involves the application and analysis of mathematical data students are also required to have a good foundation in Mathematics. Psychology is a multi-disciplinary A Level and therefore complements a variety of other areas of study, from the natural sciences and maths to the arts and humanity-based subjects. Career opportunities include Medicine, Teaching, Counselling, Occupational Psychology, Sport & Exercise Psychology and Health Psychology.