The A-level Psychology specification reflects the demands of a truly modern and evolving environment. The qualification enables you to apply yourself and gives you the skills to succeed in your chosen pathway, whether it is psychology-specific or not. This course will allow you to learn about the world of Psychology and all related specialisms. You will be given the opportunity to develop your research and investigation skills. If you enjoy keeping up to date with modern issues, critically examining the reasons for behavior, understanding the nature and extent of mental afflictions, exploring the effectiveness of treating mental disorders, working strategically and making decisions, communicating and explaining your ideas, independent thinking, reflective learning and problem solving, this course is for you.
Five GCSEs grade 4s, plus at least a 5 in both Maths and English.
Component 1: Psychology Past to Present – Compulsory questions relating to five psychological approaches, classic pieces of research evidence, and a contemporary debate. - Written examination of 100 marks comprising 33.3% of the final grade in 2 hours 15 minutes. Component 2: Investigating behavior – principles of research, personal investigations, and application of research methods to a novel scenario. - Written examination comprising compulsory and optional questions of 100 marks making up 33.3% of the qualification in 2 hours and 15 minutes Component 3: Implications in the real world Applications - A choice of three structured questions from six on psychological behaviors. Controversies - One question from a choice of two, requiring a synoptic exploration of psychological controversies. - Written examination comprising compulsory and optional questions of 100 marks making up 33.3% of the qualification in 2 hours and 15 minutes
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dallam Avenue, Morecambe, LA4 5BG |
The A-level Psychology specification reflects the demands of a truly modern and evolving environment. The qualification enables you to apply yourself and gives you the skills to succeed in your chosen pathway, whether it is psychology-specific or not. This course will allow you to learn about the world of Psychology and all related specialisms. You will be given the opportunity to develop your research and investigation skills. If you enjoy keeping up to date with modern issues, critically examining the reasons for behavior, understanding the nature and extent of mental afflictions, exploring the effectiveness of treating mental disorders, working strategically and making decisions, communicating and explaining your ideas, independent thinking, reflective learning and problem solving, this course is for you.
Five GCSEs grade 4s, plus at least a 5 in both Maths and English.
Component 1: Psychology Past to Present – Compulsory questions relating to five psychological approaches, classic pieces of research evidence, and a contemporary debate. - Written examination of 100 marks comprising 33.3% of the final grade in 2 hours 15 minutes. Component 2: Investigating behavior – principles of research, personal investigations, and application of research methods to a novel scenario. - Written examination comprising compulsory and optional questions of 100 marks making up 33.3% of the qualification in 2 hours and 15 minutes Component 3: Implications in the real world Applications - A choice of three structured questions from six on psychological behaviors. Controversies - One question from a choice of two, requiring a synoptic exploration of psychological controversies. - Written examination comprising compulsory and optional questions of 100 marks making up 33.3% of the qualification in 2 hours and 15 minutes