A BEGINNERS' course in psychology aims to extend the minds and develop the thinking skills of students.

The expert-led introduction to psychology ranges from criminology, to memory, child development, personality, interpersonal attraction and psychopathology.

A ten-week course, it begins at Durham Sixth Form Centre, in Freeman's Place, Durham, on Thursday, September 15, from 6.30 to 8.30pm. Cost £30.

For details, contact Diane Mahoney on 0191-384 7505.

The course fee is £30, and although there are concessions for people in receipt of some benefits or state pension.

Other forthcoming courses at the Sixth Form Centre include classes in ceramics, pottery, designing and making greeting cards, plus four-part harmony singing.