Psychology

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An examination based A-level course which explores the scientific approach to understanding behaviour. The course covers: -Approaches in Psychology -A fascinating exploration of the four major psychological approaches to why people behave as they do -Core studies -Students will learn details of ten classic research studies carried out by psychologists -Applied research methods -Students will consider some of the diverse methods used by psychologists to gather information about human behaviour, e.g. the use of experiments and case studies -Research methods -Students will acquire a deeper understanding and evaluation of research methods. -Issues in research -The ethics of using humans and animals in psychological research -Controversies, Topics and Applications in Psychology -Introducing students to the interesting topics of memory, sleep, dreams, and explanations of mental disorders such as schizophrenia and depression and methods of treating these disorders.

Course information

Name: Psychology Qualification title: Psychology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment -By examination. Awarding - Created 20160510 08:41:08 Updated 20160510 08:41:08

Entry requirements

None

Provider

PRIOR PURSGLOVE AND STOCKTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
01287 280800
http://www.pursglove.ac.uk

Address

Church Walk Town: Guisborough