Psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour, providing a fascinating insight into the reasoning behind our actions. At its core, psychology seeks to understand why we behave the way we do and how our mental processes shape our interactions with the world. It aims to answer the most interesting questions in life: Why do people develop mental illness? What is an addiction? How can we explain addictive behaviour? Would humans obey an authority figure, even if fulfilling their orders would cause harm? You will learn about all this and more and think about how it applies to our everyday lives. Through interactive and engaging lessons, youwill develop knowledge of psychological theories and a variety of approaches to explain human behaviour. You will have the opportunity to engage in class discussions, practical experiments and develop your critical analysis skills as you evaluate the value of each psychological theory and its contribution to our understanding of human behaviour. The Psychology department fosters a supportive atmosphere inside and outside of the classroom to help you build the skills and psychological knowledge you will need to be successful on this course. Furthermore, Psychology provides a solid foundation for higher education and future employment opportunities.
To study at RSFC, you must have achieved a minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 or above across four separate subjects, including GCSE Mathematics and/or English Language.
You will complete three examinations at the end of the two year course. All examinations include a range of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Rochdale |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | College Road, Rochdale, OL12 6HY |
Psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour, providing a fascinating insight into the reasoning behind our actions. At its core, psychology seeks to understand why we behave the way we do and how our mental processes shape our interactions with the world. It aims to answer the most interesting questions in life: Why do people develop mental illness? What is an addiction? How can we explain addictive behaviour? Would humans obey an authority figure, even if fulfilling their orders would cause harm? You will learn about all this and more and think about how it applies to our everyday lives. Through interactive and engaging lessons, youwill develop knowledge of psychological theories and a variety of approaches to explain human behaviour. You will have the opportunity to engage in class discussions, practical experiments and develop your critical analysis skills as you evaluate the value of each psychological theory and its contribution to our understanding of human behaviour. The Psychology department fosters a supportive atmosphere inside and outside of the classroom to help you build the skills and psychological knowledge you will need to be successful on this course. Furthermore, Psychology provides a solid foundation for higher education and future employment opportunities.
To study at RSFC, you must have achieved a minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 or above across four separate subjects, including GCSE Mathematics and/or English Language.
You will complete three examinations at the end of the two year course. All examinations include a range of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions.