Psychology A Level

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The deadline date for applications is 31st December 2022 (more information is available on Mercia School website)

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. A Level Psychology is an ideal course for scholars who are curious about how humans think and behave. Scholars are given an academically robust and fascinating introduction to the field of Psychology, exploring questions such as how experiences in childhood affect people as adults, how memory works, and what causes mental illness. The course is highly relevant in health care industries.

In A Level Psychology, scholars study the origins of Psychology and progress to debate and discuss the psychology of relationships, gender and cognition and development.

As with all subjects, teachers will use their understanding of the specification to guide pupils explicitly throughout the course. Teachers will lead lessons in the form of seminars and lectures, as well as controlled research activities and facilitated discussion. Scholars will be challenged to analyse and evaluate conflicting theories presented by psychologists, whilst learning about the scientific research processes required to develop such theories. The study of the mind presents many ethical issues and scholars will be encouraged to engage with in depth class discussions, as well as thinking about how our leaders and wider society should respond.

Exam Board: AQA

A Level Psychology provides pupils with and engaging and effective introduction to the field of Psychology. Topics include: • Social influence • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathy • Approaches in psychology • Biopsychology • Research methods • Issues and debates in psychology The course is assessed through three written exams, comprised of multiple choice, short answer, and extended response questions.

At least a grade 7 in Biology or 7,7 in Combined Science

A Level Psychology and Biology are a popular combination of subjects for those at sixth form and there support pupils who wish to enter a profession in the field of health and social care. However, Psychology is a diverse and varied A Level that will combine effectively with other subjects in the arts and sciences. It often acts as the A Level that confirms a pupil as the ‘full package’, perhaps complementing a focus within the humanities.