To encourage students to look at the world with an informed and enquiring mind. They involve analysing society and the people in it in a way that is informed by theoretical understanding. The examination specifications have been carefully chosen by departmental staff with expertise in each area to ensure the course best fits the needs of our learners. 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 analysing and evaluating 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. A Level Psychology aims to: - Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Psychology and how they link together - Develop and demonstrate a deep understanding of the skills and knowledge associated with various scientific methods - Develop confidence and competence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills Among the many benefits, this new specification is designed to encourage you to: - Analyse various explanations for behaviour - Understand the benefits of Psychological research on society - Engage in designing and carrying out your own pieces of research. - Research methods are taught at regular intervals throughout the course. 10% of the marks on the exams is from Mathematical skills so these are also taught throughout the course.
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.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Saredon Road, Cheslyn Hay, Walsall, WS6 7JQ |
To encourage students to look at the world with an informed and enquiring mind. They involve analysing society and the people in it in a way that is informed by theoretical understanding. The examination specifications have been carefully chosen by departmental staff with expertise in each area to ensure the course best fits the needs of our learners. 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 analysing and evaluating 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. A Level Psychology aims to: - Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Psychology and how they link together - Develop and demonstrate a deep understanding of the skills and knowledge associated with various scientific methods - Develop confidence and competence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills Among the many benefits, this new specification is designed to encourage you to: - Analyse various explanations for behaviour - Understand the benefits of Psychological research on society - Engage in designing and carrying out your own pieces of research. - Research methods are taught at regular intervals throughout the course. 10% of the marks on the exams is from Mathematical skills so these are also taught throughout the course.
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.