Psychology
Great Wyrley Academy - Staffordshire
01922419311
Hall Lane, Great Wyrley, Walsall, WS6 6LQ
Course summary

Do you enjoy trying to read people’s behaviour? Are you interested in learning why people behave in a certain way? Perhaps you see yourself working with people and want to know how to get the best out of human relationships. Psychology is the perfect subject for anyone who is interested in people! This subject will look at various reasons for human behaviour – from genetics and evolution right through to group pressure and the impact of the internet on our virtual relationships. Psychology is a great subject if you are always asking ‘WHY?’ It allows you to investigate the various reasons for human behaviour as well as analyse and evaluate these explanations. This A Level course will give you a great understanding of what psychology is and covers a variety of topics from schizophrenia to attachments. Psychology has links with many disciplines including Biology, Computer and Forensic Science as well as Humanities such as Sociology, Philosophy and Literature. It involves the study of theory, empirical evidence and practical applications. This mix of disciplines helps to make Psychology such a fascinating subject.

Entry requirements

- Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above; including English and/or maths. - National data suggests successful students will have achieved an average points score of 5.56 or more.

How you'll be assessed

None

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHall Lane, Great Wyrley, Walsall, WS6 6LQ