• ## OfQual Level 4 + Level 5 Psychology Diploma Course Units **Module 1: Foundations of Psychology** * • **Introduction to Psychology** • Explore the field of psychology, its history, and its relevance. * • **Scientific Method and Research** • Learn the principles of scientific research and critical thinking. * • **Cognitive Processes** • Understand how the mind works, including attention, memory, and language. **Module 2: Biological Psychology** * • **Neuroanatomy and Physiology** • Explore the structure and function of the human brain and nervous system. * • **Genetics and Development** • Learn about the genetic basis of behavior and development. * • **Evolutionary Psychology** • Understand how psychological traits and behaviors have evolved over time. **Module 3: Social Psychology** * • **Social Learning and Cognition** • Explore how individuals learn and interact in social situations. * • **Social Development and Personality** • Understand how individuals develop and maintain social relationships. * • **Group Dynamics and Group Behavior** • Learn about the formation and functioning of groups and their impact on behavior. **Module 4: Developmental Psychology** * • **Infancy and Childhood Development** • Explore the physical, cognitive, and social development of children. * • **Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood** • Understand the unique challenges and developmental changes during adolescence and early adulthood. * • **Adulthood and Aging** • Explore the physical, psychological, and social changes that occur in adulthood. **Module 5: Abnormal Psychology and Mental Health** * • **Mental Disorders and Psychopathology** • Learn about the different types of mental disorders and their symptoms. * • **Assessment and Diagnosis** • Understand how mental health professionals diagnose and assess mental health conditions. * • **Treatment and Intervention** • Explore different approaches to treating mental health disorders. **Module 6: Sensation and Perception** * • **Sensory Processes and Adaptation** • Explore how the senses work and how they are used to perceive the world. * • **Perception and Attention** • Learn how perception is influenced by attention and other cognitive processes. * • **Cognitive Development and Language** • Understand how language develops and how it is used to express thoughts and ideas. **Module 7: Motivation and Behavior** * • **Drive Theories and Incentive** • Explore different theories of motivation and how they influence behavior. * • **Behavioral Conditioning and Learning** • Learn about the principles of classical and operant conditioning. * • **Social Learning and Behavior Change** • Understand how social learning and behavior can change over time. **Module 8: Social Cognition and Decision-Making** * • **Social Cognition and Perception** • Explore how individuals' thoughts and feelings influence their social interactions. * • **Moral Psychology and Decision-Making** • Learn about the ethical and moral considerations that influence behavior. * • **Social Decision-Making and Group Dynamics** • Understand how individuals make decisions in social contexts. **Module 9: Research Methods and Statistics** * • **Research Design and Planning** • Learn how to design and plan research studies. * • **Data Collection and Analysis** • Explore different methods for collecting and analyzing data in psychology research. * • **Ethical Considerations in Research** • Understand the ethical principles and guidelines for conducting psychological research. **Module 10: Applications of Psychology** * • **Career and Occupational Psychology** • Explore the role of psychologists in various workplaces and settings. * • **Industrial and Organizational Psychology** • Learn about the application of psychology in organizations and teams. * • **Forensic Psychology** • Explore the role of psychologists in criminal justice and legal settings.

Assessment

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.