Course information
Psychology
The Quest Academy - Croydon
02086578935
Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD
Course summary

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. The four main goals of psychology are to describe, explain, predict and change the behaviour and mental processes of others.It's about understanding what makes people tick and how this understanding can help us address many of the problems and issues in society today. As a science psychology functions as both a thriving academic discipline and a vital professional practice, one dedicated to the study of human behaviour - and the thoughts, feelings, and motivations behind it - through observation,measurement, and testing, in order to form conclusions that are based on sound scientific methodology.A-Level Psychology covers a huge diversity of units, including: • Approaches • Attachment • Social influence • Memory • Research Methods • Psychopathology • Forensic psychology • Gender • Biopsychology • Schizophrenia

Entry requirements

Five level fives or equivalent at GCSE, in addition to the specific requirements listed below: At least 1 Grade 6 in a Humanities subject at GCSE, and Grade 6 in English Literature or English Language and Grade 5 in Mathematics

How you'll be assessed

This course is assessed using 3 exam papers which are all evenly weighted and carry 96 marks. They are all 2 hours exams. There is a combination of multiple choice, short answer questions, extended writing tasks.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityCroydon
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressFarnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD