Psychology is, literally, the study of the mind. However, today it has come to be the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. For example, the course looks at issues of how we remember and forget; what are the causes of eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia; how infants bond with their parents and how different parenting results in different behaviours and the psychological and physiological causes and effects of stress (very useful information for hard pressed AS students!). The subject has many and diverse career options. If studied at a higher level it can lead to work in Psychiatric hospitals and clinics. A popular career path is in criminal psychology. The Prison, Police and Probation Services all recognize the importance of the subject. Another important area is counselling. Indeed it has been calculated that there are now more counsellors in Great Britain than there are Ministers of Religion! Research and teaching are other popular destinations for Psychology Graduates. However, AS and A2 level study of the subject is interesting in its own right. Above all, as well as a wide range of academic skills, it helps students to develop an enquiring and informed mind.
Name: A Level Psychology Qualification title: A Level Psychology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20151110 11:19:16 Updated 20161003 07:42:46
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