Psychology has a responsibility to enable individuals to understand the mind, brain and behaviour of others. Within the Hundred of Hoo Academy, Psychology lessons encourage students to go beyond their immediate experience of passive living and analyse the behaviour of others around them. Psychology creates critical thinkers. Students develop the skills to evaluate their own views, in light of evidence provided to them through theories and studies. They are challenged to develop an independent approach to thought and inquiry that is transferable to any discipline or situation. Psychology empowers students to open their eyes to the world and challenge ideas in a safe and relaxed environment, and to develop confidence in making judgements of others. At the Hundred of Hoo Academy, teachers of Psychology encourage excellent academic progress, in addition to personal growth Psychology is not only a fascinating subject, but it is also a challenging A-Level, now classified as a Science A-Level. As such, students will additionally be assessed on their mathematical skills, and scientific research methods are taught throughout the course, with an opportunity for students to plan and carry out their own research at the end of year 12. The Psychology A-Level is examined at the end of Year 13 through three written examination papers.
Grade 5 in English Language or Literature and 5-5 in Combined Science or grade 5 in Biology
Paper 1:Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level Paper 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level Paper 3:Issues and Options in Psychology: Issues and Debates, Option 1—Relationships or Gender, Option 2—Stress or Schizophrenia, Option 3—Addiction 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Main Road, Hoo, Rochester, ME3 9HH |
Psychology has a responsibility to enable individuals to understand the mind, brain and behaviour of others. Within the Hundred of Hoo Academy, Psychology lessons encourage students to go beyond their immediate experience of passive living and analyse the behaviour of others around them. Psychology creates critical thinkers. Students develop the skills to evaluate their own views, in light of evidence provided to them through theories and studies. They are challenged to develop an independent approach to thought and inquiry that is transferable to any discipline or situation. Psychology empowers students to open their eyes to the world and challenge ideas in a safe and relaxed environment, and to develop confidence in making judgements of others. At the Hundred of Hoo Academy, teachers of Psychology encourage excellent academic progress, in addition to personal growth Psychology is not only a fascinating subject, but it is also a challenging A-Level, now classified as a Science A-Level. As such, students will additionally be assessed on their mathematical skills, and scientific research methods are taught throughout the course, with an opportunity for students to plan and carry out their own research at the end of year 12. The Psychology A-Level is examined at the end of Year 13 through three written examination papers.
Grade 5 in English Language or Literature and 5-5 in Combined Science or grade 5 in Biology
Paper 1:Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level Paper 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level Paper 3:Issues and Options in Psychology: Issues and Debates, Option 1—Relationships or Gender, Option 2—Stress or Schizophrenia, Option 3—Addiction 2 hour written examination 96 Marks 33.3% of A Level
