Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and human behaviour, helping students understand themselves and others.
Studying psychology allows students to explore aspects of human behaviour that affect daily life, including social interaction, learning and memory, motivation, and mental health. Through this, students gain insights into both themselves and the complex world we live in.
Psychology as a Science
Psychology uses an objective, scientific approach to study behaviour and mental processes. Students rely on skills from science, maths, and English to carry out research, formulate hypotheses, control variables, analyse data, and evaluate theories and studies using correct psychological terminology.
GCSE Psychology Content
In Years 10 and 11, students follow the AQA 8182 specification. The course has two units, each with four topics. Seven topics contain two key studies that must be learned in detail, covering:
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The aim
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Method
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Results
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Conclusion
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Evaluation
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Topics Overview
Unit 1: Applied Psychology
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1.1a Applied anatomy and physiology
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1.1b Applied anatomy and physiology
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1.1c Applied anatomy and physiology
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1.1d Applied anatomy and physiology
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1.1e Applied anatomy and physiology
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1.2a Physical training
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1.2b Physical training
Unit 2: Socio-Cultural Influences
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2.1a Socio-cultural influences
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2.1b Socio-cultural influences
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2.1c Socio-cultural influences
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2.2 Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology
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2.3 Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology
Skills Developed
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Critical thinking and evaluation of studies
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Data analysis using descriptive statistics and graphs
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Formulating operationalised hypotheses
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Planning experiments and controlling extraneous variables
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Understanding human motivation and behaviour