Psychology

What does the course involve?

The scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. You will look at how behaviour is determined and influenced from social to biological perspectives with a heavy emphasis on scientific research methods.

• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Learning Theories

Practical-based reports and enquiries will form the basis of your research project, and these include student interviews and observations. This is probably the first time you will experience autonomous learning, truly answer those burning questions and understand your mind and those around you. Psychology complements all science, sociology, English and health and social care courses.

Course Outline

Components of Course
9 Topics:
•     Social Psychology
•     Cognitive Psychology
•     Biological Psychology
•     Learning Theories
•     Clinical Psychology
•     Criminological Psychology
•     Child Psychology
•     Health Psychology
•     Psychological Skill

Assessment
Your work will be assessed regularly throughout the course via directed study, class tests and major assessments at key times throughout the year.

Coursework 
No Coursework. 100% Examination

Examination 100%
At the end of year 2. 3 Exam papers, 2 hours each.
Each exam question contains questions on year 1 and year 2 work.

Exam Board
Edexcel