A-level in Psychology AS and A2

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.