Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. The subject looks at a range of behaviours from child development, to social influence and aspects of psychopathology, such as depression and addiction. Psychology addresses different aspects and causes of behaviour as well as identifying how to overcome some of these challenging behaviours. Students are given the opportunity to engage in practical psychology experiments and will explore a range of methods to collect data on human behaviour. The course poses many critical questions and interesting perspectives to the student, which they will challenge through their knowledge of scientific research methodology and key issues and debates.
Grade 6 in GCSE English (Language or Literature). Grade '6' or above in GCSE Mathematics or GCSE Combined Science.
The AS course is assessed by two written examinations at the end of the first year. • Paper 1 will cover Social Influence, Memory and Attachment. • Paper 2 will cover Approaches in Psychology (including Biopsychology), Psychopathology and Research Methods. Each paper assessment is a 1 hour 30 minutes written exam worth 72 marks and 50% of AS. The A Level course is assessed by three written examinations at the end of the second year. • Paper 1 will cover Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology. • Paper 2 will cover Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods. • Paper 3 will cover Issues and Debates, Gender, Stress and Addiction. Each paper assessment is a 2-hour written exam worth 96 marks and 33% of the full A Level. All of these examinations will include multiple choice, short answer and extended writing.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AD |
Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. The subject looks at a range of behaviours from child development, to social influence and aspects of psychopathology, such as depression and addiction. Psychology addresses different aspects and causes of behaviour as well as identifying how to overcome some of these challenging behaviours. Students are given the opportunity to engage in practical psychology experiments and will explore a range of methods to collect data on human behaviour. The course poses many critical questions and interesting perspectives to the student, which they will challenge through their knowledge of scientific research methodology and key issues and debates.
Grade 6 in GCSE English (Language or Literature). Grade '6' or above in GCSE Mathematics or GCSE Combined Science.
The AS course is assessed by two written examinations at the end of the first year. • Paper 1 will cover Social Influence, Memory and Attachment. • Paper 2 will cover Approaches in Psychology (including Biopsychology), Psychopathology and Research Methods. Each paper assessment is a 1 hour 30 minutes written exam worth 72 marks and 50% of AS. The A Level course is assessed by three written examinations at the end of the second year. • Paper 1 will cover Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology. • Paper 2 will cover Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology and Research Methods. • Paper 3 will cover Issues and Debates, Gender, Stress and Addiction. Each paper assessment is a 2-hour written exam worth 96 marks and 33% of the full A Level. All of these examinations will include multiple choice, short answer and extended writing.