Course information
Psychology
Alleyne's Academy - Staffordshire
01785337400
Oulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT
Course summary

Why choose Applied Psychology? • Applied Psychology will consider the way that people think and why they behave in particular ways. • You will learn to use a variety of skills, such as problem-solving and analytical thinking. • You will develop your methods and style of communication. Studying Applied Psychology will give you access to a range of interesting careers: - Forensic psychology - Nursing - Teaching - Business and Marketing Subject Content: • Psychological Approaches and Applications • Conducting Psychological Research • Health Psychology Option from: • Criminal and Forensic Psychology • Promoting Children's Psychological Development • Introduction to Psychopathology • Applied Sport Psychology

Entry requirements

Five different subjects* at Grades 9-4/D*-P, including English & Maths 9-4.

How you'll be assessed

Applied General courses are equivalent to A Levels but have a more vocational focus. We offer the Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A level) and Diploma (equivalent to two A levels). External assessment can take a variety of forms and is approximately 65% of the final marks. Internal assessment, making up the remaining marks is carried out during the course in the form of assignments.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT