Course Overview

The topics in Stage 1 Psychology provide the framework for developing integrated programs of learning through which students extend their skills, knowledge, and understanding of the three strands of science.

The three strands of science to be integrated throughout student learning are:

Science inquiry skills
Science as a human endeavour
Science understanding

The topics are:
Topic 1: Cognitive Psychology
Topic 2: Neuropsychology
Topic 3: Lifespan Psychology
Topic 4: Emotion
Topic 5: Psychological Wellbeing
Topic 6: Psychology in Context
Topic 7: Negotiated Topic
 

Assessment

Evidence of learning:
For a 10-credit subject, students undertake:

•    one psychological investigation, which must include deconstruction of a problem and design of a psychological investigation.
•    one investigation with a focus on science as a human endeavour.

Assessment Type 2: Skills and Application Tasks
At least one skills and application task that allows the student to apply their science inquiry skills, demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key psychological concepts and learning.
Dependant on the student cohort, this may take the form of:
•    An oral presentation
•    An extended response
•    A structured interview
•    Representation of concepts
 

Teacher Information

Psychology Teacher