Psychology

Course summary

Through the study of Psychology, students develop skills in critical analysis, independent thinking and research. The course includes a large research methods component in all topics covered and also enables students to further their understanding of mathematical concepts through the application of statistics in psychological research. The syllabus covers topics including: Approaches to and issues in psychology; Social influence; Memory; Attachment; Psychopathology; Schizophrenia; Relationships, Aggression and Biopsychology. Psychology is a subject that sits well with Science or Humanities subjects and is a very popular A-level choice.