You will develop knowledge and understanding of key approaches and theories in psychology and apply these to issues relevant to contemporary society, for example lifestyle choices and unhealthy behaviours such as addiction. You will learn about the types and characteristics of mental disorders, approaches to treatment, and the role of professionals in supporting and promoting mental health. In addition to exploring the scientific process in psychological research methodology through conducting your own psychological research project.
Students should have passes at 4 for English, Maths and Science.
Year 1: • Psychological Approaches (external examination) 25% • Health Psychology (external examination) 33% Year 2: • Psychological Research (internal research coursework) 25% • Unit 4 (internal coursework task) 17%
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Brittain Way, Stevenage, SG2 8UT |
You will develop knowledge and understanding of key approaches and theories in psychology and apply these to issues relevant to contemporary society, for example lifestyle choices and unhealthy behaviours such as addiction. You will learn about the types and characteristics of mental disorders, approaches to treatment, and the role of professionals in supporting and promoting mental health. In addition to exploring the scientific process in psychological research methodology through conducting your own psychological research project.
Students should have passes at 4 for English, Maths and Science.
Year 1: • Psychological Approaches (external examination) 25% • Health Psychology (external examination) 33% Year 2: • Psychological Research (internal research coursework) 25% • Unit 4 (internal coursework task) 17%