L2 Psychology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Wheater.
In this course students will develop an understanding of the Science and study of Psychology. This includes methods of psychological research, how psychological theory is applied in Clinical practice to explain behaviours such as Addiction and Schizophrenia. The ethical principles underpinning psychological research with a focus on controversial studies into social Influence and obedience. Students will conduct research to investigate the purpose of sleep and dreaming.
Equipment/Stationery and Contributions (indicative only)
EQUIPMENT/STATIONERY:
Confirmed stationary lists will be available at the beginning of the school year. It is unlikely that this course will require any items in addition to a laptop computer and some general stationery.
Pathway
Credit Information (standards listed are indicative only and are subject to change)
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Psychology 2.1 - Examine different psychological approaches used to explain a behaviour
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Psychology 2.2 - Examine how a psychological debate has changed over time
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Psychology 2.3 - Conduct psychological research with guidance
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Psychology 2.4 - Examine how theory is used in fields of psychological practice
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Psychology 2.5 - Examine ethical issues in psychological practice
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to be enrolled in their preferred courses, your selection does not guarantee a course will be available, or that you have approval to take a selected course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results, and in some cases, class sizes and staff availability.