Psychology (A Level)
Course summary
Psychology is one of the most popular subjects in schools and universities because it is fun to study and useful in a wide range of professions. Modern Psychology Includes elements of neuro-science, evolutionary theory and genetics. Universities regard it as a science, with equal status to Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The AQA Syllabus includes a range of interesting topics such as: • Approaches: Different ways of studying Psychology. • Abnormal Psychology: The causes and treatment of psychiatric illness • Biopsychology: Scientific explanations of how the brain works. • Memory: How we remember things and why we sometimes forget. • Attachment: Explaining attachment between children and their parents. • Social Psychology: Why some people do as they are told, whilst others don’t • Scientific Research Methods. • Relationships: Why people are attracted to each other? Why do we fall in love? Why do some relationships last whereas others break up? • Schizophrenia: the causes and treatment of a major psychotic illness • Aggression: What causes aggression? This is the perfect course for someone who is good at Maths and Science but also enjoys discussion and writing. The departmental staff are very experienced and the lessons are interesting and well organised. You will find that your knowledge of psychology helps you to understand people better and improves your self-confidence. Skills learned in Psychology will help you to get better results in other subjects as you will be able to improve their own mental processes.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Psychology | Grade 5 in Psychology (if taken) | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 3 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 3 in Mathematics | — |
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Assessment
Three papers externally assessed at the end of Year 13.
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