Course information
Psychology
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College - Walsall
01922740300
Erdington Road, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RN
Course summary

General course Description: Unit 1: Introductory topics in psychology: Social Influence, memory, attachments, and psychopathology. Unit 2: Psychology in Context: Approaches, biopsychology, and research methods. Unit 3: Issues and options in psychology: Issues and debates, relationships, aggression, and schizophrenia. Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind, brain, and behavior. You can study psychology and psychology-related degrees at university. Psychology is classified as a science-based subject for nursing courses. It is an excellent link to any career involving human and non-human animals.

Entry requirements

Entrance into Sixth Form is based upon achieving an average point score of 4 in your best five subjects. Where a student has studied GCSE or BTEC in a subject they would like to study in Sixth Form, it is recommended that a Grade 5 (equivalent) or above is achieved.

How you'll be assessed

The A Level psychology course is a 100% written examination. Paper 1: Introductory topics in psychology • Written examination: 2 hours • 96 marks in total • 33.3% of A-level questions. Paper 2: Psychology in context • Written examination: 2 hours • 96 marks in total • 33.3% of A-level questions. Paper 3: Issues and options in psychology • Written exam: 2 hours • 96 marks in total • 33.3% of A-level Questions

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressErdington Road, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RN