IBDP: Psychology

The biological, cognitive, and socio-cultural approaches to interpreting behaviour are the three main topics covered in the IBDP Psychology course.

The knowledge, ideas, theories, and research that have advanced our understanding in various domains are studied and critically evaluated by students. A holistic and integrated approach to understanding mental processes and behaviour as complex, dynamic phenomena is created by the interaction of different study methods for psychology, enabling students to recognize both the differences and similarities between their own behaviour and that of others.

Further, the course has four options, which center on the applied psychology fields of abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, health psychology, and relationship psychology, helping students understand the contributions and interactions of the three methods.

In this article, we will be giving you an overlook of the IBDP Psychology course aims and objectives, key features of the course and career benefits.

Aims and Objectives of the course

IBDP Psychology offers following aims and objectives:

  • Gain knowledge of the biological, cognitive, and societal influences on mental functions and behavior.
  • Apply your knowledge of the biological, cognitive, and social influences on human behavior to at least one field of application.
  • understanding different research techniques
  • Recognize the significance of ethical conduct in psychological research generally and adhere to ethical conduct in their own study.
  • Ensure that all psychological research and discussion adhere to ethical standards.
  • Gain knowledge of how psychological research can be used to solve problems in the real world and encourage transformation.
  • Giving students a foundation for future study, employment, and pleasure through the use of a second language
  • Encourage creativity, curiosity, and a lifetime love of studying languages.

Key features of the curriculum

  • Course offered at both HL and SL levels.
  • 150 hours for SL and 240 for HL.
  • Both internal and external mode of assessment is used.
  • At the HL level, advanced studies and approaches are applied.

Benefits of choosing this course

  • Knowledge and comprehension of specified content
  • Demonstrate an ability to use examples of psychological research and psychological concepts to formulate an argument in response to a specific question
  • Evaluate the contribution of psychological theories to understanding human psychology
  • Demonstrate the acquisition of skills required for experimental design, data collection and presentation, data analysis and the evaluation of a simple experiment while demonstrating ethical practice.

Want to enhance your IBDP Psychology understanding?

Refer to the Psychology resources section of Blen to get unlimited access to key concepts, theories, and questions.

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