Psychology B

Content

This subject enables students to understand their own and others' behaviours. Psychology builds on the scientific method by involving students in the collection and analysis of data. 

This subject allows students to investigate human behaviour, the underlying processes, and the factors that influence it. Students can apply psychological knowledge to education, employment and relationships. 

Topics may include:

• Introduction to psychology
• Memory
• Intelligence

Assessment

Investigations folio  60%

GIF analysis - 5 minutes oral presentation, 20%

• Group investigation - 750 words, 20%
• Issues investigation - 750 words, 20%

Skills and applications tasks  40%

• Article analysis - 750 words, 20%
• Semester examination 20%

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