Somerville Secondary College

Psychology

Featured Learning AreaScience
Additional Learning AreasAnatomy and Physiology
Learning Capabilities DevelopedEthical Capability

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This subject explores the work of psychologists and psychological scientists. Students will examine the history of psychology and how the discipline has developed across time into a science. Students will explore mental health and investigate a range of mental health disorders, including personality and neurocognitive disorders, and the effects these have on an individual’s biological, psychological and social functioning.