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Psychology

Julie Rumble

Head of Psychology: Mrs J Rumble, BSc (Hons) Open

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind, and attempts to answer some of the questions that have plagued humans such as: What causes mental disorders? How does our brain work? What makes someone aggressive? Do children think the same way adults do?

"I BELIEVE I CAN READ PSYCHOLOGY AND LAW AT OXFORD UNIVERSITY"

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While studying this course you will learn to answer the question above as well as a variety of skills to aid your own personal development. You will learn how to reflect on your own behaviours, enhance your understanding of others and the world around us and ultimately increase inclusivity.

A Level Course Content

Year 12

• Social Influence
• Memory
• Attachment
• Psychopathology
• Approaches
• Biopsychology
• Research methods.

Year 13

• Issues and Debates
• Cognition & Development
• Schizophrenia
• Aggression
• Research methods.

Possible Career Options

Directly linking to Psychology:
Psychologist (Sports, Clinical, Forensic, Educational, Occupational),  Psychiatrist,  Mental Health Nurse,  Counsellor,  Psychology Teacher

Indirect options:
Doctor, Law, Policing, Human Resources, Social Worker, Religious Leader, Nursing, Creative Arts, Youth Worker, Marketing, Business Management.