Part 1 - Understanding the psychology of human interaction- why do we behave the way we do? Understanding the brain and human experience such as emotion, attraction and motivation as well as the importance of sleep.
Part 2 - Forensic Psychology and Crime Scene Investigation - what drives the darker side of human nature? What drives criminal behaviour? This part of the course will cover the science behind criminals; why people commit crimes and how police are able to use technology to catch them.
Hands on activities, class discussions, research projects, experimental research, case study analysis, data collection and analysis, media analysis, class presentations.
Satisfactory completion of tests, participation in class activities, conducting an experimental research report, a criminal case study, Crime Scene Investigation Project