Psychology A Level
Course summary
Psychology is the study of people, behaviour and the mind. It is classified as a science subject, and this is reflected in the A level curriculum. It is a broad subject, and the A Level considers many different approaches towards explaining behaviour. Psychologists observe human behaviour, create theories to explain the behaviour, and then carry out research to test these theories. Students will sit a total of three exams at the end of year 13. The A Level psychology qualification will have a maths component worth at least 10%.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 4 | — |
Total point score | Minimum total point score of 20 | — |
As published by the school
You must achieve a grade 5+ in either history or geography at GCSE. You must also achieve a grade 5+ in either English Language or LIterature
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Assessment
Paper 1: Introductory topics in psychology This paper explores four topics of interest - social influence, memory, attachment and psychopathology. 33.3% of A Level 96 marks in total 2 hour written exam Paper 2: Psychology in context This paper looks at some of the main approaches within psychology including the learning, cognitive, biological, psychodynamic and humanistic approach. Research methods and biopsychology are also explored. 33.3% of A Level 96 marks in total 2 hour written exam Paper 3: Issues and options in psychology For this paper you will need to know about issues and debates in psychology such as the nature vs nurture debate and free will and determinism. Various forms of bias in research will be considered and you will study three option areas in psychology in detail: gender, schizophrenia and forensic psychology. 33.3% of A Level 96 marks in total 2 hour written exam
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