Psychology
Meadowhead School Academy Trust - Sheffield
01142372723
Dyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR
Course summary

Why Study? Psychology is the scientific study of the human brain, the mind and behaviour. There are many different types of psychologists such as those who believe that our genetics influence behaviour and the behaviourists who believe that our genetics have no influence and that our environment makes us who we are. This subject complements the sciences and sociology and is useful to help you progress to a wide range of careers from a science career, to nursing and even marketing. It also has many practical benefits such as it is useful to learn how your memory can be improved and how children make attachments. Key Units/ Content: - Social Influence, memory, attachment and abnormal psychology - Approaches in psychology, biopsychology and research methods - Gender, Forensic, Schizophrenia and issues and debates

Entry requirements

Grade 5 or above in either GCSE English Language or GCSE English Literature and a Grade 5 in GCSE Maths.

How you'll be assessed

How many exams: There are three exams, each exam is 1 ½ hours long. Breakdown of marks: Each paper is out of 96 marks. All the sections are out of 24 marks each except for research methods on paper 2 which is out of 48 marks. There is a mixture of multiple-choice questions, small-mark questions and essay questions. Coursework: No coursework for this course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthoritySheffield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR