Psychology

Assessment

A Level Psychology is a linear subject, assessed at the end of two years of study. The AQA examination board uses three examinations to assess you. Each of these exams comprises a number of short questions, essay questions and scenarios to which you are required to apply your knowledge. Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, and Psychopathology) – 33.3% Paper 2: Psychology in Context (Approaches in Psychology, Research Methods and Biopsychology). – 33.3% Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology - Section A is a compulsory section on Issues and Debates in Psychology. The following Sections are optional areas of study chosen by the establishment - Section B (Gender), Section C (Schizophrenia) and Section D (Forensic Science). – 33.3%