Course information
Psychology - A Level
Mascalls Academy - Kent
01892835366
Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6LT
Course summary

The study of Psychology will introduce students to a broad range of topics, including how society may affect our behaviour; how memories are formed; eating disorders occur and detailed understanding of conditions such as depression and OCD.

Entry requirements

You must meet the specific requirements for the subject and, as a minimum, achieve at least 5 GCSEs at level 5 or above, including English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

• Paper 1 – 4 units – 2 hour exam – 1/3 of A level Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology • Paper 2 – 3 units – 2 hour exam – 1/3 of A level Biopsychology, Approaches in Psychology and Research Methods • Paper 3 – 4 units – 2 hour exam – 1/3 of A level Issues and Debates, Forensic Psychology, Sex and Gender and Schizophrenia All units include extended writing and short answer questions. There is a minimum 10% mathematical requirement and a 25% expectation of research methods throughout the specification.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressMaidstone Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6LT