The human brain and its intricacies have fascinated the earth’s greatest minds for hundreds of years. The study of psychology gives insight into human behaviour and decision making – beneficial to anyone who interacts with others on a daily basis.
This course is suitable for those wishing to progress to further/higher education — or anyone with an interest in human behaviour — and will allow you to gain an understanding of psychological theories, concepts, research studies and methods, whilst exploring various behaviours. You will also consider the ethical implications of psychological research and place psychology within its historical context, contrasting both classic and contemporary theory.
The course enables you to develop an understanding of the psychological study of the human mind and behaviour in a range of contexts, and enhances your ability to use evidence to explain behaviour. The course develops your understanding of psychology as a scientific study of the mind and behaviour.
Everything you need to know before booking this course.
Candidates should have Standard Grade Credit, National 5 or Intermediate 2 level qualifications.
Please send evidence of these qualifications to our Student Advice Centre as evidence of meeting the entry requirements for this course. Please email evidence to enquiry@nescol.ac.uk.
Your course may be free if you are not a full time student with NESCol and you are: in receipt of benefits; or care-experienced; or your household taxable income falls below defined levels.
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
On successful completion of this course, you may want to consider progression to the following course(s) at North East Scotland College:
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