Psychology
Course summary
What causes aggression? Why do some people have phobias? How does memory work? Why do some people suffer from mental illness? Why do people conform? Psychology looks at questions like these in the study of the human mind and behaviour. It is a science with cutting edge research that has real world applications to issues in everyday life, ranging from criminal justice, relationships, medical treatments to social change.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Combined Science | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science | — |
Biology | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Chemistry | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Physics | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
As published by the school
A-level subjects will require a high Grade 5/Grade B results as a minimum if studied at GCSE A grade 5 English and a grade 5 in Science or Mathematics.
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Assessment
Year 1: There are regular topic assessments that students will sit in class so that teachers and students can gather an understanding of the progress they are making. This prepares students for their end of Year 12 internal exams in May/June, which mirror the AS-level exam structure. The end of Year 12 exam is made up of 2 x 1.5 hour papers which are worth 72 marks each. Both papers include multiple choice, short answer and extended writing responses. Year 2: The A-level is 100% examination. It is made up of 3 x 2 hour examinations which are each worth 96 marks. All 3 papers are composed of multiple choice, short answer (ranging between 2-6 marks) and extended writing (up to 16 marks) questions. Paper 1: Introductory knowledge in Psychology - Social Influence, Memory, Attachments, Psychopathology and Research methods. Paper 2: Psychology in Context - Biopsychology, Approaches to psychology and Research Methods. Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology - Issues and Debates in Psychology, Relationships, Schizophrenia, Forensic Psychology and Research methods.
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