A Level: Psychology

Science and Mathematics

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What will you be working towards?

Code	133
Qualification Type	GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Qualification Level	Level 3
Course type	Full Time

Overview

What is Psychology?

Psychology is the scientific study of people, the mind and behaviour. It is diverse and has a huge impact on all areas of life, particularly in areas such as education, health, the economy, industry and crime.

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Why study Psychology?

Psychology has assumed an increasingly important role in solving human problems as society has become progressively more complex. Psychologists are concerned with a variety of problems.

What child-rearing methods produce happy and effective adults? How can mental illness be prevented? What can be done to improve memory? What family and

social conditions contribute to alienation, aggression and crime. Taking an A level in psychology will give you a good grounding in the subject and fascinating insights into the human mind. The course is both challenging and stimulating. An exploration of various approaches, the broad range of exciting topic

areas allows students to apply their learning to everyday life. As you study the Alevel Psychology course you will gain an understanding of the main issues that arise

from various psychological methods, approaches and look at the ways in which psychology can be applied.

Skills acquired in Psychology

Psychology provides many transferable skills such as problem solving, data analysis and written skills which are very useful not just to careers in psychology and health care, but in many other jobs and professions that rely on people skills and communication. As you discover how others think, you'll also be gaining an insight into your own psyche and behavioural traits, which is a valuable asset in both your personal and working life.

How will it be delivered?

Paper 1: Introductory

Topics in Psychology

Content

 Social influence
 Memory
 Attachment
 Psychopathology

Assessment
 2 hour written exam
 96 marks
 33-3% of A-level

Questions
4 compulsory sections all
requiring written answers
worth 24 marks each

Paper 2: Psychology in Context

Content

Approaches in Psychology
 Biopsychology
 Research Methods
Assessment
 2 hour written exam
 96 marks
 33-3% of A-level

Questions

3 compulsory sections all requiring written answers, 2 worth 24 marks and Research methods worth 48 marks

Paper 3: Issues and options in Psychology

Content
 Issues and debates in Psychology
 Gender
 Schizophrenia
Addiction

Assessment

2 hour written exam
96 marks
33-3% of A-level

Entry requirements

Your next steps...

You could take this course to complement other advanced level courses or to prepare for the A2 in Psychology, which could lead you onto higher education to study Psychology or more general higher education courses. With further training, you could go into a job related to Psychology. The qualification will also help you develop skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for.

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St Pauls Catholic School

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Spencefield Lane, Leicester , Leicester, Leics, LE5 6HN

Available dates

01/09/2021 to 31/08/2022
St Pauls Catholic School
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours