The course covers an overview of the core areas of Psychology in year 12. Students learn about social influences on our behaviour, learning and memory, development of relationships, development of mental illness, and how to carry out Psychological research. The programme of study enables students to gain an understanding of the key theoretical perspectives in Psychology; the Behaviourist, Biological and Cognitive approaches. A Psychology degree has been widely regarded as one of the most versatile degrees when trying to access the job market after university. This subject is very useful if you want to go on to study Psychology, Counselling, Youth Work, International Relations, Politics, Business or other Social Sciences at degree level. You can study either a BSc (Science) or a BA (Art) in Psychology, so individual university requirements need to be checked as they may vary.
Grade 6 or above in Mathematics
AS Curriculum: In their first year, candidates will develop a broad knowledge and understanding of the core areas of psychology (social, cognitive, developmental, biological and individual differences) through a range of topics. TOPICS AT YEAR 12 • Social Influences on behaviour • Memory and learning • Attachment and forming social bonds • Psychopathology (mental health and illness) • Approaches in Psychology ASSESSMENT: Internal A2 Curriculum: In their second year, candidates will explore topics in more depth, with a greater emphasis on the quality of research evidence, and the application of research findings to real life behaviour.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | 212 Hammersmith Road, London, W6 7DG |
The course covers an overview of the core areas of Psychology in year 12. Students learn about social influences on our behaviour, learning and memory, development of relationships, development of mental illness, and how to carry out Psychological research. The programme of study enables students to gain an understanding of the key theoretical perspectives in Psychology; the Behaviourist, Biological and Cognitive approaches. A Psychology degree has been widely regarded as one of the most versatile degrees when trying to access the job market after university. This subject is very useful if you want to go on to study Psychology, Counselling, Youth Work, International Relations, Politics, Business or other Social Sciences at degree level. You can study either a BSc (Science) or a BA (Art) in Psychology, so individual university requirements need to be checked as they may vary.
Grade 6 or above in Mathematics
AS Curriculum: In their first year, candidates will develop a broad knowledge and understanding of the core areas of psychology (social, cognitive, developmental, biological and individual differences) through a range of topics. TOPICS AT YEAR 12 • Social Influences on behaviour • Memory and learning • Attachment and forming social bonds • Psychopathology (mental health and illness) • Approaches in Psychology ASSESSMENT: Internal A2 Curriculum: In their second year, candidates will explore topics in more depth, with a greater emphasis on the quality of research evidence, and the application of research findings to real life behaviour.