Psychology

Course summary

Psychology is defined as “the science of mind and behaviour”. You‘ll be introduced to the central debates, investigate the methods used in research, and apply what you’ve learned to a range of contemporary topics such as mental illness, crime and forensics, gender, attachment, social influence and memory. Expect to research a range of psychological perspectives as a means of explaining human behaviour, including social, biological, behaviourist, cognitive and developmental approaches. You will look at how data can be analysed and how psychologists reach conclusions about human behaviour. In each of the exam papers, you will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychological concepts, theories, research studies and research methods. Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Attachment, Psychopathology, Memory Paper 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches, Biopsychology, Research Methods Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology: Issues and Debates, Gender, Schizophrenia, Forensic