Psychology Higher
COURSE INFORMATION:
Place of Study: Shetland College UHI, Lerwick
Mode of Study: Part time
Length of course: 1 year (Evening class, Tuesdays 6.00pm – 9.00pm)
Start Date: September 2011
Entry Requirements: Standard Grade English is desirable, adult returners will be considered without this qualification.
COURSE SUMMARY:
Students will gain an understanding of topics such as: early socialisation; the effects of early attachments; theories behind stress; approaches used to help explain atypical/abnormal behaviour; and research studies which help to explain reasons for conformity and obedience. Students will also gain practical experience of conducting research with methods used by psychologists when testing hypothesis and developing theories.
COURSE CONTENT:
Understanding the Individual – Examines the theory, concepts and research relevant to the biological nature, stress and the development of early socialisation.
Investigating Behaviour – Examines the research methods, statistical analysis and skills used to study research in psychology. Provides the experience of taking part in a practical research project.
The Individual in Society – Explores research, concepts and theory of: Social Psychology (exploring the topic conformity and obedience); and Psychology of Individual Difference (studying the topic atypical/abnormal behaviour).
HOW WILL I STUDY?
With short Internet-supported lectures, group discussions, individual exercises and personal study.
GOOD REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE:
- Motivated tutors
- Interesting course work
- Relevant for personal and professional development
- Can inspire students to progress onto further training or study
- Gain the opportunity to understand and participate in research
- All lecturers within the department are experienced practitioners within their field, which enables them to work from the same values base and view students holistically
STUDENT QUOTE:
"First class course, thoroughly enjoyable. The whole course gave a really good insight into human development from different psychological perspectives. Mind opening and very well taught." Rachel Bryant.
STAFF QUOTE:
"This is a very interesting higher with the opportunity to study and understand the approaches used within psychology today, while offering the experience of taking part in your own piece of psychological research." Susan Berry, Lecturer.
PROGRESSION:
Academic: Can be considered towards entry into a higher level of study such as HNC/HND or Degree course.
Employment/Career: Can be used as a stepping stone into various career paths such as sports, educational, and clinical psychology, through further study at higher education.
Former students have: Changed their career path by going on to study a degree in Psychology at university.
