PDA Psychology

Overview

What will I learn?

If you are interested in why people behave the way they do, let us help you grow your meta skills in the PDA Psychology to explore key topics in this contemporary, relevant curriculum.

After exploring the development of some of the main schools in psychology we will study some topics in more detail and you will undertake your own piece of empirical research. At its core, it is about understanding and evaluating explanations of human behaviour - and is therefore relevant across a range of careers where an understanding of people is important. This could be careers as diverse as public service, criminal justice, health, business and advertising.

What qualifications do I need?

Learners should possess good communication skills. Other knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the unit would be beneficial, such as, research skills.

The previous study of Psychology through units and National Qualifications at SCQF levels 5 or 6, or other similar qualifications is desirable. This is an HNC level qualification, so applicants should have good communication skills to be able to explain, evaluate and analyse information

What can I do after?

There are various progression routes in the Social Sciences following successful completion of the course including: HNC Social Sciences, depending on suitability.

SCQF 7

Programme Information

Start Date: 16 September 2025

Duration: approx 36 weeks / 3 hrs per week

Evening: Tuesday

Time 6pm-9pm

Cost: Free

This course is online, so geography is no limit! We welcome all applications!

Professional Development Award