Psychology
Ever wondered why we remember some things but forget others? Why some people obey authority while others challenge it? What dreams mean, or whether human and animal bonds are truly the same?
Psychology at Ryburn Sixth explores these fascinating questions and more. You'll examine whether our minds function like computers, whether our futures are predetermined, and how we treat mental illness with medication or alternative approaches. Psychologists investigate human behaviour using scientific methods and a range of perspectives, including brain biology, learning theories, cognitive processes, and early life experiences.
Through this course, you'll develop key skills such as analytical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and evaluation. These skills open doors to a wide variety of careers in education, social work, business, health, sport, politics, criminology, law, research, and beyond.
Join us at Ryburn Sixth to explore the human mind and discover your future.
What will I study?
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A-Level Psychology
Exam board: AQA
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Topics you will study:
Year 1
- Social influence
- Memory
- Attachment
- Approaches in psychology
- Biopsychology
- Psychopathology
- Research methodsYear 2
Compulsory content plus 1 topic from each option
- Issues and debates in psychologyOption one
- Relationships
- Gender
- Cognition & developmentOption two
- Schizophrenia
- Eating behaviour
- Stress
Option three
- Aggression
- Forensic psychology
- Addiction -
Grade 5,5 in Combined Science or Grade 5 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics & Grade 5 in Mathematics & Grade 5 in English
YOUR NEXT STEPS
YOUR NEXT STEPS
Psychology is a fascinating and scientific subject that is highly valued by employers and universities across healthcare, education and business sectors. Studying the subject develops essential understanding of human behaviour, research methodology skills and knowledge of psychological principles required for careers in clinical psychology, counselling and human resources. You will also gain valuable transferable skills such as analytical thinking, empathy, communication, statistical analysis and ethical reasoning that are highly sought after across a wide range of degree programmes beyond psychology.
Past students have progressed to study diverse courses including psychology, criminology, sociology, social work, counselling, education, human resources, marketing, neuroscience, medicine, law and business studies.
