Psychology A Level
Science and Mathematics
What will you be working towards?
| Code | AS13 |
| Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
| Qualification Level | Level 3 |
| Course type | Full Time |
Overview
Psychology is ‘the scientific study of behaviour and mind in humans and animals’. This course is designed to introduce students to various branches of psychology including:
- Cognitive
- Developmental
- Physiological
- Social
- Psychopathology
Details
A Level
This course consists of the following: Three two hour examinations at the end of the two years, each paper has an equal weighting
• Paper 1: Social influences, Attachment, Memory and Psychopathology
• Paper 2: Approaches, Biopsychology and Research methods
• Paper 3: Issues, Debates, Gender, Forensics and Schizophrenia
How will it be delivered?
A Level examination papers consist of: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing - 16 mark essays.
Entry requirements
GCSE grade 5 in Psychology if taken, 5 in English Language and 5 in Science (5 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or 5 and 5 in the combined Award Science)
Your next steps...
Students learn to be critical thinkers, to analyse, to assess and to draw informed conclusions. They will be able to develop and sustain logical arguments. They will also be able to evaluate research methods.
The course can lay the foundation for many higher education courses and professional training. Those seeking to study Psychology at a higher level find employment in a wide range of occupations in both the public and private sector.
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