Psychology is the scientific study of human mind and behaviour. The course provides students with a broad view of the subject by considering scientific and non-scientific explanations of behaviour. It applies psychological theories to contemporary issues, giving students a clearer understanding of behaviour in modern society. Year 1 topics: Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology, Social influence, Approaches in Psychology, Research methods. Year 2 topics: Biopsychology, Issues and Debates, Research Methods (extended), Approaches in Psychology (extended). Year 2 Optional topics: Relationships, Schizophrenia, Forensic Psychology, Aggression, Cognition and Development. Psychology is accepted for a wide range of undergraduate and foundation degree courses leading to careers in forensic psychology, educational psychology, counselling psychology, sports psychology, law, policing, nursing, psychiatry, medicine, teaching, social or family support work.
5 GCSE's at grade 4 to 9
3 2-hour exams at the end of an A level qualification (papers equally weighted). Paper 1: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology (total 96 marks) Paper 2: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods (Total 96 marks) Paper 3: Issues and Debates and 3, Year 2 option topics (Total 96 marks)
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Radford Road, Coventry, CV1 4BU |
Psychology is the scientific study of human mind and behaviour. The course provides students with a broad view of the subject by considering scientific and non-scientific explanations of behaviour. It applies psychological theories to contemporary issues, giving students a clearer understanding of behaviour in modern society. Year 1 topics: Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology, Social influence, Approaches in Psychology, Research methods. Year 2 topics: Biopsychology, Issues and Debates, Research Methods (extended), Approaches in Psychology (extended). Year 2 Optional topics: Relationships, Schizophrenia, Forensic Psychology, Aggression, Cognition and Development. Psychology is accepted for a wide range of undergraduate and foundation degree courses leading to careers in forensic psychology, educational psychology, counselling psychology, sports psychology, law, policing, nursing, psychiatry, medicine, teaching, social or family support work.
5 GCSE's at grade 4 to 9
3 2-hour exams at the end of an A level qualification (papers equally weighted). Paper 1: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology (total 96 marks) Paper 2: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods (Total 96 marks) Paper 3: Issues and Debates and 3, Year 2 option topics (Total 96 marks)