Students taking IB Psychology will be exposed to a holistic way of understanding the human mind and human behaviour. With a focus on the different approaches, (biological, cognitive and sociocultural) used in the study and understanding of human behaviour as well as one or two optional topics, depending on the level at which this subject is taken, students will also be exposed to the different ethical and methodological concerns that surround psychological research. Students will also have an opportunity to apply this knowledge through their internal assessment.

As a subject which offers a great framework for a better understanding of the human mind, psychology can prove very useful in many academic disciplines as well as in a variety of careers. For students who are passionate by this subject and would like to further pursue it through their university studies, IB Psychology offers a great basis for the study of degrees such as Psychology or Neuroscience. For those who choose different paths, the study of psychology will always be a great asset in many careers such as but not limited to: social work, business, marketing, advertising, forensics, human resources and even finance