An academic journal available from the main library. Extra revision content available online.

In the second year of the subject you will examine a range of issues in Psychology and re-examine research methods while developing a deeper understanding of the statistical measures used. you will carry out two pieces of research set by the board on which you can be questioned in component 2. You will also examine some of the controversies that exist and look at applications such as forensic psychology and abnormality. 

AS Psychology students will develop their appreciation of the subject by exploring the ways in which psychology is conducted. As a part of of your studies you will review important research that will provides an insight into the ways in which psychology has been applied that lead to a better understanding of the key themes and issues.