Psychology can be defined as the scientific study of human behaviour and experience. This stimulating subject combines fascinating content with a rigorous and scientific approach to investigation. It has recently experienced a huge growth in popularity, both as a choice for A Level and as an undergraduate subject. The course aims to develop both an academic understanding of the subject and an appreciation of its impact on people’s daily lives. It provides a broad introduction to the scope and nature of psychology as a science and encourages pupils to explore how science works by looking at practical investigations that are applicable to real life.
Any pupils not gaining five GCSE passes at Level 4 or above must continue with the necessary number of GCSE courses until they have achieved at least five passes. All pupils (excluding overseas students) must gain at least a Level 4 in Mathematics and English.
There are three written examinations each one being 2 hours in length. Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology Paper 2: Psychology in context Paper 3: Issues and options in Psychology There is no coursework, but an important element of the course is practical: the designing and carrying out of research, reporting findings and analysing data.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Holm Hill, Dalston, Carlisle, CA5 7BX |
Psychology can be defined as the scientific study of human behaviour and experience. This stimulating subject combines fascinating content with a rigorous and scientific approach to investigation. It has recently experienced a huge growth in popularity, both as a choice for A Level and as an undergraduate subject. The course aims to develop both an academic understanding of the subject and an appreciation of its impact on people’s daily lives. It provides a broad introduction to the scope and nature of psychology as a science and encourages pupils to explore how science works by looking at practical investigations that are applicable to real life.
Any pupils not gaining five GCSE passes at Level 4 or above must continue with the necessary number of GCSE courses until they have achieved at least five passes. All pupils (excluding overseas students) must gain at least a Level 4 in Mathematics and English.
There are three written examinations each one being 2 hours in length. Paper 1: Introductory topics in Psychology Paper 2: Psychology in context Paper 3: Issues and options in Psychology There is no coursework, but an important element of the course is practical: the designing and carrying out of research, reporting findings and analysing data.