Psychology

Course summary

Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior and experiences, where we look to explain why people are the way they are. The course aims to extend our everyday observations of human behavior by attempting to explore the truth behind what is ‘known’ scientifically. Psychology also examines how to help treat individuals who suffer from various psychological disorders, and the different ways one can go about this. Most of Psychology is literature based; however, there are sizable science and mathematical elements. You do not need to have a GCSE in Psychology to study it at A-Level. Course Units: Paper 1: Research Methods Paper 2: Psychological themes across core studies. Paper 3: Applied Psychology: Issues in Mental Health, Criminal Psychology and Child Psychology.