Psychology

Course summary

Psychology explores why we behave the way we do. It helps us to understand the human mind and gives us insight into the motives behind our actions. Through the work psychologists do we have gained a greater understanding of how the mind functions. Because of this, we’re able to identify and build awareness around mental disorders. By better understanding disorders, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), we can help people overcome the challenges they bring. Psychology can help explain why people react differently in the same scenario, as well as explain why certain people are more prone to developing mental disorders. The insight you’ll gain from your A Level psychology can help you better understand the people around you. As a result, this will make you more compassionate and give you real-life skills to apply in everyday situations. So, if you’re interested in building key psychological knowledge then A Level Psychology is a solid choice. Psychology is a highly respected A Level by universities. On top of mental health-related careers, the breadth of skills it requires means it is recommended for those entering both Medicine and Law. It is very useful for any student who wishes to work directly with people e.g. in business, education, social services or the police. Students seeking careers in early years’ childcare or teaching find the course beneficial, as well as those planning careers such as sports physiotherapy.