Psychology

Course summary

Psychology is a fascinating subject. The word psychology is derived from two Greek words: psyche (mind or spirit) and logos (discourse or study) which, when put together, produce “study of the mind”. A level Psychology will give you the opportunity to develop critical skills such as analysis, interpretation and evaluation as you explore how psychology has contributed to an understanding of individual, society and different cultures. This is the knowledge one needs to acquire not just for A level, but for the entire life. During the course you will study the following units: • Social Influence • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathology • Biopsychology • Gender • Schizophrenia • Forensic psychology • Approaches in psychology • Research methods • Issues & debates