Level 3 Psychology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms N. Hardaker.
Welcome to NCEA Level 3 Psychology! This course delves into: Criminology: Explore why people commit crimes through the biological and behavioural lenses of psychology. Key Psychological Research: Learn about influential studies and the reliability of eyewitness testimonies and factors affecting memory recall. Independent Psychological Research: Conduct your own research project, from design to data analysis. Psychological Issues: Examine topics like gender bias, cultural bias and psychological testing on animals and children.
This course is targeted towards students who care about people, are wanting to take this subject at university, or interested in careers in nursing, teaching, and police.
Recommended Entry Criteria
Level 1 Literacy.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
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NZQA Info
Psychology 3.1 - Analyse the interaction between psychological approaches
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Psychology 3.2 - Analyse the significance of a key piece of research and its impact on society
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Psychology 3.3 - Conduct independent psychological research with consultation
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Psychology 3.5 - Analyse a significant issue in psychological practice