Course information
Psychology
Mill Hill County High School - Barnet
02082388180
Worcester Crescent, Mill Hill, London, NW7 4LL
Course summary

A level Psychology will give you an understanding of the way people think and why people behave in certain ways. You will learn a variety of skills including analytical thinking, improved communication, problem solving and many more that will prepare you for an exciting future with the possibility of a range of fantastic careers. The specification in psychology is designed to develop the students’ knowledge and understanding of the core areas of psychology. Through the study of psychological concepts, research and theories students will develop their ability to identify important psychological issues, illnesses and therapies. The study of psychology A Level develops a considerable number of transferable skills in students. These include research, analysis, evaluation, numeracy and communication skills. Type and Nature of the Work Involved • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject content • Application of theories to scenarios • Design and carry out practical research methods to test theories • Knowledge and application of statistical methods used to analyze data • Evaluation and discussion of theories, concepts and issues involved in the study of Psychology • Research and presentations level Psychology will give you an understanding of the way people think and why people behave in certain ways. You will learn a variety of skills including analytical thinking, improved communication, problem solving and many more that will prepare you for an exciting future with the possibility of a range of fantastic careers. The specification in psychology is designed to develop the students’ knowledge and understanding of the core areas of psychology. Through the study of psychological concepts, research and theories students will develop their ability to identify important psychological issues, illnesses and therapies. The study of psychology A Level develops a considerable number of transferable skills in students. These include research, analysis, evaluation, numeracy and communication skills. Type and Nature of the Work Involved • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject content • Application of theories to scenarios • Design and carry out practical research methods to test theories • Knowledge and application of statistical methods used to analyze data • Evaluation and discussion of theories, concepts and issues involved in the study of Psychology • Research and presentations Future Prospects Students studying psychology have continued to study a wide range of courses at university including psychology, economics, dentistry, media, law, English studies, sociology, business studies, teaching, sport and exercise science,. This is due to the wide range of skills psychology develops. Possible career options that psychology facilitate include marketing, business development, accountancy, human resources, forensic psychology, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, nursing and teaching.

Entry requirements

Students with at least five GCSE passes at grades 5-9, including a grade 5 in English Language and a grade 4 in Mathematics, will be accepted onto an A Level study programme. Specific Entry Requirements: Grade 5 in two GCSE science subjects.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 Introductory Topics in Psychology Content: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology Four compulsory sections all requiring written answers 2 hour exam 33.3% of A Level Paper 2 Psychology in Context Content: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods Three compulsory sections all requiring written answers 2 hour exam 33.3% of A Level Paper 3 Issues and Options in Psychology Content: Issues and Debates in Psychology, Relationships, Schizophrenia, Forensic Psychology Four sections all requiring written answers 2 hour exam 33.3% of A Level

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityBarnet
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressWorcester Crescent, Mill Hill, London, NW7 4LL