Psychology is the scientific study of how people think, feel and behave. Through research, psychologists try and provide theories to explain various aspects of human behaviour. Studying psychology enables us to gain a better understanding of ourselves and other people. What will you learn? Through this course (AQA, Code: 7812) you will develop knowledge and understanding of the different areas of psychology. You will also see how topical issues such as eating disorders or stress can be better understood and managed by looking at them from a psychological perspective. Topics studied include: • Social influence • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathology • Psychology in context • Approaches in psychology • Biopsychology • Research methods • Scientific processes • Data handling and analysis • Inferential testing • Issues and debate in psychology Options include: • Relationships • Cognition and Development • Schizophrenia • Eating Behaviour • Stress • Aggression • Forensic Psychology • Addiction
In class assessments include: quizzes, peer assessments and exam practice. Additionally, students sit internal exams at the end of each term.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Waltham Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Normanton Park, Chingford, London, E4 6ES |
Psychology is the scientific study of how people think, feel and behave. Through research, psychologists try and provide theories to explain various aspects of human behaviour. Studying psychology enables us to gain a better understanding of ourselves and other people. What will you learn? Through this course (AQA, Code: 7812) you will develop knowledge and understanding of the different areas of psychology. You will also see how topical issues such as eating disorders or stress can be better understood and managed by looking at them from a psychological perspective. Topics studied include: • Social influence • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathology • Psychology in context • Approaches in psychology • Biopsychology • Research methods • Scientific processes • Data handling and analysis • Inferential testing • Issues and debate in psychology Options include: • Relationships • Cognition and Development • Schizophrenia • Eating Behaviour • Stress • Aggression • Forensic Psychology • Addiction
In class assessments include: quizzes, peer assessments and exam practice. Additionally, students sit internal exams at the end of each term.
