Psychology
Montpelier High School - Bristol, City of
01179424328
Cheltenham Road, Bristol, BS6 5RD
Course summary

Psychology covers many aspects of human behaviour. At AS Level, we learn about conformity and obedience, attachments to care givers, memory, biopsychology, different approaches to understanding psychology and research methods. At A Level this knowledge is extended to also include explanations of and treatments for schizophrenia, human relationships and explanations of aggression. Research methods, biopsychology and approaches are extended to include statistics and a deeper understanding of the brain.

Entry requirements

To take three subjects at Post-16 you will need to have achieved 5-7 GCSEs at Grade 4/5 or above including Maths and English. To take four subjects at Post-16 you will need to have achieved 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or above including Maths and English. You will be expected to have achieved at least a Grade 5 at GCSE for every subject you take at A Level. Grade 5 in GCSE English, Science and Maths

How you'll be assessed

Written examination

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityBristol, City of
Ofsted RatingSerious Weaknesses
Gender TypeGirls
AddressCheltenham Road, Bristol, BS6 5RD