Year 13 8PSY – Psychology
Course Option Description
Head of Learning Area (HOLA): Mrs E. Sefo.
Psychology is the scientific study of human cognition, emotion, and action. In this class you will make connections through psychology to explore a range of human experience and emotions. You will use critical and lateral thinking skills to dissect a range of literature and craft essays. You will need to be a passionate reader and have strong writing skills.
The level three course differs from level two by having to apply psychological understanding to modern day issues and contexts.
Topics covered may include:
- Interaction between psychological approaches
- Significance of psychological research and its impact on society
- Psychological research
- Appication of psychological practice
Prerequisites
10 credits in 7PSY or 15 credits in level 2 English and/or History. Some prior knowledge of level 2 Mathematics or Statistics would be an advantage.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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Psychology 3.1 - Analyse the interaction between psychological approaches
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Psychology 3.2 - Analyse the significance of a key piece of research and its impact on society
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Psychology 3.3 - Conduct independent psychological research with consultation
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Psychology 3.4 - Analyse how theories are applied within a field of psychological practice