So what exactly is Psychology? The word psychology is derived from two Greek words; psyche (mind, soul, or spirit) and logos (study), which put together gives ‘Study for the mind’. Whereas only a few would think of themselves as doctors, engineers, or novelists, unless we had received a special education or training or had a special talent, we all consider that we know something about people and why they behave as they do. So there is a sense in which we are all psychologists. A common reaction amongst students faced with the findings of a piece of psychological research is to say ‘It’s only common sense’. It may be common sense, but in trying to make sense of some aspect of behavior in animals or humans, the psychologist uses research methods to establish patterns in behavior and attempt to explain those patterns. If you are interested in research, like to be challenged, are involved in discussing issues, and can draw together, often conflicting information into written or verbal reports, then you may well be interested in psychology as a course. Some of the major studies in psychology, that you would encounter in the course, include: ● Does the autistic child have a theory of mind? ● A study of prisoners and guards in a simulated prison ● Autism ● Eye Witness Testimony ● A case of multiple personality ● On being sane in insane places ● Split Brains! ● Teaching sign language to a chimpanzee ● A nation of morons!
40 points in their 9 best GCSE subjects or equivalent qualifications. (Where 9 subjects have not been studied, the school reserves the right to consider entry; this will be dependent on actual exam results, not predictions, and students must still achieve the minimum individual subject requirements.) A minimum of 2 grade 6s in GCSE subjects or grades of the same standard in equivalent qualifications. Grade 6 in GCSE Religious Studies or Grade 5 in GCSE Religious Studies and a grade 6 in a related subject.
Paper 1 Introductory Topics in Psychology 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level. Paper 2 Psychology in Context 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level. Paper 3 Issues and Options in Psychology 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level.
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So what exactly is Psychology? The word psychology is derived from two Greek words; psyche (mind, soul, or spirit) and logos (study), which put together gives ‘Study for the mind’. Whereas only a few would think of themselves as doctors, engineers, or novelists, unless we had received a special education or training or had a special talent, we all consider that we know something about people and why they behave as they do. So there is a sense in which we are all psychologists. A common reaction amongst students faced with the findings of a piece of psychological research is to say ‘It’s only common sense’. It may be common sense, but in trying to make sense of some aspect of behavior in animals or humans, the psychologist uses research methods to establish patterns in behavior and attempt to explain those patterns. If you are interested in research, like to be challenged, are involved in discussing issues, and can draw together, often conflicting information into written or verbal reports, then you may well be interested in psychology as a course. Some of the major studies in psychology, that you would encounter in the course, include: ● Does the autistic child have a theory of mind? ● A study of prisoners and guards in a simulated prison ● Autism ● Eye Witness Testimony ● A case of multiple personality ● On being sane in insane places ● Split Brains! ● Teaching sign language to a chimpanzee ● A nation of morons!
40 points in their 9 best GCSE subjects or equivalent qualifications. (Where 9 subjects have not been studied, the school reserves the right to consider entry; this will be dependent on actual exam results, not predictions, and students must still achieve the minimum individual subject requirements.) A minimum of 2 grade 6s in GCSE subjects or grades of the same standard in equivalent qualifications. Grade 6 in GCSE Religious Studies or Grade 5 in GCSE Religious Studies and a grade 6 in a related subject.
Paper 1 Introductory Topics in Psychology 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level. Paper 2 Psychology in Context 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level. Paper 3 Issues and Options in Psychology 2-hour written exam. One-third of A Level.