Psychology

Course summary

Units Studied Year 12 Unit 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment Unit 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology, Research Methods Units Studied Year 13 Unit 4: Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology Unit 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods Unit 3: Issues and Options in Psychology: Issues and Debates in Psychology, Relationships, Schizophrenia, Aggression This course develops students’ critical thinking, analysis, research, and communication skills. Students who successfully complete this course will be prepared to study a degree in an area of psychology including cognitive, developmental, clinical, criminal, or social. Career pathways include counseling, education, healthcare, social work, the Police Force and the NHS.