Psychology can be defined as the scientific study of the mind and human behavior. One of the main aims of the A Level psychology course is to provide students with an opportunity to acquire a better understanding of how the human mind works and how this affects behavior. We will do this by studying not only individuals but also groups and societies, from a number of theoretical approaches. As an A-level Psychology student, in your first year, you will study Introductory Topics in Psychology, learning about conformity, social norms, how the mind remembers and forgets, how children form attachments and the treatment of anxiety and OCD. You will also study Psychology in Context, learning about the different approaches in psychology and Research Methods. In the second year, you’ll deepen your understanding of human behavior, by studying Issues and Debates in Psychology, and three further topics outlined overleaf. Modules titles: 1: Introductory topics in psychology Topics include: • Social influence Attachment • Memory • Psychopathology 2: Psychology in Context Topics include: • Approaches in psychology • Research methods • Biopsychology 3: Issues and options in psychology