This course is available as:
- BTEC Single Programme – equivalent to one A Level
About the course…
Psychology is about people; their biological processes, how their minds work, their behaviours and their experiences.
In this subject, you will cover topics such as approaches to psychology – cognitive, biological, humanistic and psychodynamic and areas such as social influence, memory, attachment, relationships and forensic psychology.
You will also be given the opportunity for independent research in an area of psychology that interests you. You will focus on approaches in psychology, research methods, health psychology and forensic psychology.
Why study with us…
- • You will have the opportunity to explore university psychology departments, participate in conferences and workshops, attend psychology events and engage in student sessions organised externally to help improve your grades.
- This course will equip you with a range of transferable skills, including critical thinking, time management, and research and analysis.
- Studying Psychology will enhance your understanding of human behaviour, including how we think, act, and interact with the world. Not only will it deepen your insight into the people around you, but it will also foster empathy and enable you to apply psychological concepts across various aspects of life.
Where Psychology can take you…
After completing this course, you will be fully prepared to progress to university where you can study subjects such as counselling, psychology, criminology, sociology, philosophy and more.
Want to stay local? The University of Suffolk at East Coast College offers degree courses such as Applied Psychology or Person-Centered Counselling, allowing you to gain a degree on your doorstep. You can find out more at https://www.eastcoast.ac.uk/degrees/
Career opportunities include counsellor, psychiatrist, family mediator, play therapist, forensic psychologist, health psychologist, sports psychologist, social worker, market researcher and teacher.
Entry requirements…
- Must meet overall entry criteria for BTEC courses
- You must also have at least grade 4+ in GCSE English, Maths and Science
