Psychology involves the scientific study of individuals. It raises many interesting questions by focusing on individual differences and why individuals behave in certain ways. Students learn the core areas of Psychology: Cognitive, Social, Biological, Developmental, Individual Differences and Research Methods. Students on the course enjoy discussing and debating topical issues, read widely around the topics and enjoy essay writing to communicate the debate. The aim of the course is to: •develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other •develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods •develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills •develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject •understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.
5 GCSE passes Grade 9-4 Essential - Science 5, English 5, Maths 5
A-Level Psychology Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology (96 marks) •Section A: Social influence •Section B: Memory •Section C: Attachment •Section D: Psychopathology 2 hours 33.3% Paper 2: Psychology in context (96 marks) •Section A: Approaches in Psychology •Section B: Biopsychology •Section C: Research methods 2 hours 33.3% Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (96 marks) •Section A: Gender •Section B: Schizophrenia •Section C: Forensic Psychology 2 hours 33.3% Students must take all three A-level papers at the end of their final year of study. Exams consist of multiple choice questions, short questions and essays. In the A-level exam questions are to be worth a maximum of 16 marks.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Golders Rise, Hendon, London, NW4 2HP |
Psychology involves the scientific study of individuals. It raises many interesting questions by focusing on individual differences and why individuals behave in certain ways. Students learn the core areas of Psychology: Cognitive, Social, Biological, Developmental, Individual Differences and Research Methods. Students on the course enjoy discussing and debating topical issues, read widely around the topics and enjoy essay writing to communicate the debate. The aim of the course is to: •develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other •develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods •develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills •develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject •understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.
5 GCSE passes Grade 9-4 Essential - Science 5, English 5, Maths 5
A-Level Psychology Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology (96 marks) •Section A: Social influence •Section B: Memory •Section C: Attachment •Section D: Psychopathology 2 hours 33.3% Paper 2: Psychology in context (96 marks) •Section A: Approaches in Psychology •Section B: Biopsychology •Section C: Research methods 2 hours 33.3% Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (96 marks) •Section A: Gender •Section B: Schizophrenia •Section C: Forensic Psychology 2 hours 33.3% Students must take all three A-level papers at the end of their final year of study. Exams consist of multiple choice questions, short questions and essays. In the A-level exam questions are to be worth a maximum of 16 marks.
