Course

Psychology

Exam Board

AQA

For more information contact Head of Department:

Mrs K Winwood - kwinwood@stedmunds.org

Brief introduction to subject:

Students should expect to be set two pieces of written work each week. They are also expected to read through their study notes to consolidate understanding of the work covered in the classroom. Wider reading of articles/novels relating to psychological issues is encouraged; there are many interesting books and films relating to psychology.

As Psychology is a science it deals with factual information relating to studies and theories of human behaviour. There is a reliance on scientific thinking and much research evidence has to be remembered. Usefully a section of the course also deals with remembering and forgetting!

Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour. Year 1 of the popular Psychology course provides a broad introduction to the subject and students find that they can apply their knowledge to everyday life. Psychology enables development of essay and research skills; practical activities are an integral part of the course. These skills are transferable and support other subject areas. Students learn to use critical analysis to argue a particular point of view with evidence. Year 2 of the course builds on the skills acquired in Year 1 to explore new topic areas in greater depth.

Key Points:

Year 12: Introductory topics in Psychology - Psychology in Context

Year 13: Issues and Options in Psychology

There is no coursework component for this course but you are expected to complete research  projects throughout the course.

Learning activities throughout the course are designed to build on your analytical skills whilst broadening your knowledge on the human mind.

What our students say

“I would recommend Psychology as it is a very interesting subject.”

“It is applicable to real life and relates to everyday things around me. It explains why things happen.”