Course information
Psychology
JCoSS - Barnet
02083442220
Castlewood Road, New Barnet, EN4 9GE
Course summary

People are fascinating. It’s this fact that makes the study of psychology so appealing. Does the human mind intrigue you? What are the main approaches to psychology? What have psychologists found out about the causes of our behaviour? By getting to know the workings of the mind, you are on the way to understanding why humans behave the way they do. Psychology can answer so many questions, from why we develop differently to the underlying causes of conditions such as stress & depression. You will learn to design experiments using psychological methods, evaluate scientific research, analyse and compare different perspectives and deal with ethical issues. This qualification offers an engaging and effective introduction to Psychology. Students will learn the fundamentals of the subject and develop skills valued by Higher Education (HE) and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking and research.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Maths and English Language and a Grade 6 in Biology. 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or higher, and at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths

How you'll be assessed

Each unit is worth 33.3% of your overall A-Level grade and will be examined in a 2 hour exam at the end of the 2 years of study.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityBarnet
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressCastlewood Road, New Barnet, EN4 9GE