IB Higher Level Diploma Psychology

Entry Requirements - All entry requirements can be found in our course directory here.

How to Apply - To apply for Post-16 at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, please follow the link to Applicaa, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform

You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy on Thursday 20th August after midday or on Friday 21st August to enrol if you have the entry requirements.Please bring a parent with you together with a paper copy of your GCSE results, proof of address, proof of Date of Birth (Passport or Birth Certificate) proof of immigration status (if applicable). You will still need to apply online on Applicaa

You can email Head of P-16 - sophie.dickinson@sgla.latrust.org.uk with any questions

Qualification Aims and Objectives

The course develops students’ understanding of psychological concepts, human behaviour and mental processes while fostering scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and practical investigation. It encourages students to be knowledgeable, inquiring, and open-minded, and to appreciate the impact of psychology on individuals, societies, culture and global challenges.

Objectives

Develop a deep conceptual understanding of key psychological principles, theories and processes.

Acquire and apply scientific knowledge, methods and investigative techniques in psychology.

Build practical and analytical skills through experimentation, data-analysis and collaborative work.

Consider the ethical, environmental, economic, cultural and social implications of psychological research and applications.

Prepare for further study and careers in psychology, counselling, mental health, human resources, research, education and allied professions.

Course Outline

Syllabus Themes

Biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences on human behaviour.

Research methods and ethical practice in psychology.

Contexts of application such as health & well-being; human development; human relationships; learning and cognition.

Experimental Programme

Practical work (class investigations, experiments)

Research proposal or investigation task to apply methods, collect data, analyse, conclude and evaluate supported by psychological techniques, technology and mathematics.

Future courses and possible careers

Clinical Psychology • Counselling • Mental Health Services • Human Resources • Educational Psychology • Neuroscience • Researcher • Health Promotion • Rehabilitation • Marketing Behavioural Science • Sports Psychology • Forensic Psychology • Organisational Psychology • Social Work