Psychology
The Appleton School - Essex
01268794215
Croft Road, Benfleet, SS7 5RN
Course summary

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour and allows you to investigate the intricate workings of both. You will have direct experience of what psychologists do when investigating human behaviour by participating in experimental work and research. Topics covered: • Social Psychology – Obedience and Conformity, Relationships, Forensic Psychology • Cognitive Psychology – Models of Memory, Forgetting and Eyewitness Testimony • Developmental Psychology – Theories of Attachment and Cultural Variations • Biopsychology – Stress, The Nervous System, the Brain and Sleep • Psychopathology – Phobias, Depression, OCD, Schizophrenia

Entry requirements

Students will require an average of 40+ points from their best eight GCSEs including at least a 5/6 grade in English and in Mathematics. GCSE grades 5 in English, Maths and grade 5 in Science.

How you'll be assessed

100% examination. No coursework requirements.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCroft Road, Benfleet, SS7 5RN