Studying science will prepare you for a range of exciting and rewarding careers. Ever wondered about the intricacies of the human brain? Keen to explore how and why we act in social groups? Then Psychology is for you. 

In this unit, you will examine the foundations of Neuroscience as the building blocks to Psychology, including an exploration of the nervous system to explain how the human nervous system enables a person to interact with the world around them. You will also have the chance to look at arousal and aesthetics in social and biopsychological frameworks. You will also get to explore social influence and persuasion, focusing on the nature and boundaries of neuromarketing techniques. And then finally, through a film text analysis, you will learn about cultural psychology, with a focus on Indigenous Psychology and issues associated with acculturation, identity loss, and Sports Psychology.