Psychology

Course summary

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour and, as such, is concerned with how, when and why we think, feel and behave as we do. Most people are interested in other people and would like to understand them better, as well as reaching a better understanding of themselves. Studying Psychology will enable students to investigate topics such as criminal behaviour, mental health and eyewitness testimony; psychology seeks answers to questions such as: What is the influence of childhood experience? Psychology uses the methods of the sciences to make sense of human behaviour and a key part of A-Level Psychology is research methods which allows students to conduct their own research. A wide range of learning and teaching styles are involved, with the emphasis on active learning, and group work, as well as the more traditional skills of analysis and essay writing. Students will also be expected to enhance their understanding through independent research and undertaking their own experiments. Trips and guest speakers are also embedded to enhance understanding.