Psychology
Course summary
Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior and experiences, where we look to explain why people are the way they are. The course aims to extend our everyday observations of human behavior by attempting to explore the truth behind what is ‘known’ scientifically. Psychology also examines how to help treat individuals who suffer from various psychological disorders, and the different ways one can go about this. Most of Psychology is literature based, however, there are sizable science and mathematical elements. Course Units: Unit 01: Social influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology Unit 02: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods Unit 03: Issues and debates in Psychology, three optional topics (Previous topics have included: Gender, Schizophrenia, Relationships, Addiction & Forensic Psychology) The topics in year 2 are chosen democratically in year 1 in a vote, so Psychology students determine what optional topics they study. Course Can Lead To: A Psychology degree has been widely regarded as one of the most versatile degrees when trying to access the job market after university. This subject is very useful if you want to go on to study Psychology, Counselling, Youth Work, International Relations, Politics, Business or other Social Sciences at degree level. You can study either a BSc (Science) or a BA (Art) in Psychology, so individual university requirements need to be checked as they may vary. Course Highlights: - Trip to Royal Bethlem Hospital - Trip to Freud’s Residence and Museum - SFX Clinical Psychologist Talk - Psychiatrist Talk
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Combined Science | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
To qualify to study 3 A level/ Applied subjects, you will need to achieve 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above. In addition/ within those 6 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 5 in English Language, Grade 5 in Maths and Grade 5 in Science (Core, Additional or Applied). Students with either a Grade 4 in Maths may be considered subject to availability.
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Assessment
The A level course is 100% examination based through three papers which are two hours each. All papers include multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions (16 marks).
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