This course aims to give you a broad understanding as to why we think and behave in the way that we do. Today Psychology is seen as a science and you will be undertaking a scientific study of the brain and behaviour. You will learn to demonstrate an ability to analyse and evaluate psychological theories and findings and how to apply this knowledge. Lectures will involve students acquiring knowledge and understanding of psychological theories. You will learn to demonstrate an ability to analyse and evaluate psychological theories and findings and how to apply this knowledge. This will be achieved by group discussions/debates, practical experiments and written work. You will learn the 'language' of 'How Science Works', which is invaluable in Psychology where evidence is paramount if a theory is to be taken seriously. In your first year you will study: AS SUBJECTS: UNIT 1 - Cognitive Psychology-Memory, Developmental Psychology-Early Social Development, Research Methods. UNIT 2 - Biological Psychology-Stress, Social Psychology-Social Influence, Individual Differences-Psychopathology (abnormality). A2 SUBJECTS: In the second year, topics will be negotiated between Lecturer and Students. UNIT 3 -TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY (3 of the following). Biological rhythms and sleep, Perception, Relationships, Aggression, Eating behaviour, Gender, Intelligence and Learning, Cognition and Development. UNIT 4 -SYCHOPATHOLOGY -Schizophrenia.
Name: GCE A Level in Psychology A Qualification title: GCE A Level in Psychology A Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20160111 16:52:59 Updated 20160111 16:52:59
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Title: GCE A Level in Psychology A Qualification: GCE A Level in Psychology A Classification: Science and Mathematics