Psychology is the study of human behaviour and the reasons why people and animals do the things they do. The course allows you to explore a wide range of behaviours and there will be a great chance to explore these topics in depth. It will also open up a world of career options. Not only is the subject diverse in job prospects, but it opens up a world of opportunities with transferable skills such as critical analysis, independent thinking and research: all qualities valued by higher education providers and employers. As a subject it will also give you skills of empathy, understanding and an ability to see the world from others points of view and perspectives to understand cultural differences.
Grade 6 in English, Maths and at least one Science. GCSE Psychology is not required.
Three exams sat at the end of Year 13 each is equally weighted, worth 33%. Paper 1 covers memory, social influence, attachment and psychopathology. Paper 2 looks at approaches, biopsychology and research methods. Paper 3 examines issues and debates, cognition and development, schizophrenia and forensics.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Seven Arches Road, Brentwood, CM14 4JF |
Psychology is the study of human behaviour and the reasons why people and animals do the things they do. The course allows you to explore a wide range of behaviours and there will be a great chance to explore these topics in depth. It will also open up a world of career options. Not only is the subject diverse in job prospects, but it opens up a world of opportunities with transferable skills such as critical analysis, independent thinking and research: all qualities valued by higher education providers and employers. As a subject it will also give you skills of empathy, understanding and an ability to see the world from others points of view and perspectives to understand cultural differences.
Grade 6 in English, Maths and at least one Science. GCSE Psychology is not required.
Three exams sat at the end of Year 13 each is equally weighted, worth 33%. Paper 1 covers memory, social influence, attachment and psychopathology. Paper 2 looks at approaches, biopsychology and research methods. Paper 3 examines issues and debates, cognition and development, schizophrenia and forensics.