Psychology

Course summary

Why Study? Psychology is the scientific study of the human brain, the mind and behaviour. There are many different types of psychologists such as those who believe that our genetics influence behaviour and the behaviourists who believe that our genetics have no influence and that our environment makes us who we are. This subject complements the sciences and sociology and is useful to help you progress to a wide range of careers from a science career, to nursing and even marketing. It also has many practical benefits such as it is useful to learn how your memory can be improved and how children make attachments. Key Units/ Content: - Social Influence, memory, attachment and abnormal psychology - Approaches in psychology, biopsychology and research methods - Gender, Forensic, Schizophrenia and issues and debates