Did You Know?
The brain is the only organ that named itself!
Key Information
Qualification
Level 3 BTEC/CTEC courses
Duration
Two Year Course - Equivalent to one A-level
Examination Board
Edexcel
“The course provides an excellent introduction to the exciting study of mind and behaviour, where you will learn psychological theories and apply them to explain behaviour and suggest solutions to real world problems" - Tom Humphreys, Teacher of Psychology
Key Employability Skills | ||
| Self Discipline | Critical Thinking | Effective Communication |
Qualification
BTEC Level 3 (equivalent to one A-level)
Assessment
58% Exam, 42% Coursework
What do I need to study this course?
You will need a grade 44 in GCSE Combined Science.
What will I study?
Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. You will develop knowledge and understanding of key approaches and theories in psychology, and apply them to issues relevant to contemporary society, for example aggression, consumer behaviour and addiction. You will learn about the causes and impact of stress and addiction, and the role of professionals in supporting and promoting treatments for these conditions.
You will learn about the different causes of criminal behaviours, the role of punishment and rehabilitation and the use of offender profiling techniques. In addition, you will explore the scientific process in psychological research, through conducting your own research project.
What next?
The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to admission requirements to many relevant degree programmes. With further training, students can progress into careers such as:
- Counselling
- Teaching
- Social Work
- Occupational Health
- Speech and Language Therapy
- All different branches of Psychology
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