Modules

This qualification has two stages. In Stage 1, you’ll be introduced to some of the big topics in psychology and the academic skills for successful study. You’ll start with one of three options – a core social science module covering criminology, sociology and other related areas; or a broad introduction to psychology and counselling or interdisciplinary childhood studies. These will set the scene for your core psychology module. In Stage 2, you’ll explore the areas of psychology that most interest you – choosing from options such as child psychology, counselling, and sports psychology – and cover the core areas specified by the British Psychological Society. You’ll consider how psychologists explain the way we think, feel and behave; and encounter a variety of studies, experiments, interviews and clinical investigations in different settings: including the laboratory, home and clinic. You’ll learn how psychological knowledge develops, and carry out short practical projects to develop your skills.