Psychology

Assessment

• The A Level specification has been divided into three sections: PAPER 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology • Social Influence • Memory • Attachment • Psychopathology PAPER 2: Psychology in Context • Approaches in Psychology • Biopsychology • Research Methods PAPER 3: Issues and Options in Psychology • Issues and Debates in Psychology • Choice of relationships, Gender or Cognition and Development • Choice of Schizophrenia, Eating Behaviour or Stress • Choice of Aggression, Forensic Psychology or Addiction These topics will be assessed in three 2 hour written papers of equal weighting. There are a range of question styles including multiple choice, short answer and extended writing, with an emphasis on the application of theories and knowledge.