Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. It looks at how we think, why we act in the way we do and the way in which we are influenced by our social surroundings, our biological make-up and our upbringing. Psychology fascinates students, challenging their preconceptions about our mental life and equipping them with a deep understanding of why humans behave in the way they do. Additionally, the subject is rooted in the rigour of experimental research and scientific discovery. An A Level in Psychology can complement a wide variety of areas and subjects for further study. For medicine, biomedical science and dentistry it can be the ideal complementary subject for expanding a student’s skill-set, such as critical thinking, which is extremely useful for further study, as well as the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT). For some students, it awakens an interest, of which they were previously unaware, and they go on to study Psychology in all its various forms (e.g. Developmental, Social, Forensic and Cognitive Neuroscience) at University. These degrees can lead students on to careers in Clinical Psychology, the media, health or sports science. For others, an A Level in Psychology instils academic abilities in research, analysis, communication and organisation that can provide an excellent foundation for University courses such as Law, History and Politics.
Pupils who have followed GCSE courses are normally required to have: • taken at least 8 subjects • achieved Grade 5 or better in Mathematics and English (Language) • achieved the entry standard for their chosen A Level subjects available to him/her in the option groups Psychology A Level will offer you a challenging, yet unique, academic experience. Students need to be able to apply scientific knowledge to psychological research in addition to critically evaluating and discussing the psychological theories, on which this research is based. Therefore, an interest in, and a willingness to commit to, the subject is essential. In terms of academic entry requirements, a Grade 6 in GCSE English would provide the best platform on which to develop the evaluation and critical analysis skills essential for the course. As a science the subject has a focus on experimental research, along with some biological content, and so a 6 in GCSE Biology or 6-6 in Combined Science is also recommended.
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| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
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Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. It looks at how we think, why we act in the way we do and the way in which we are influenced by our social surroundings, our biological make-up and our upbringing. Psychology fascinates students, challenging their preconceptions about our mental life and equipping them with a deep understanding of why humans behave in the way they do. Additionally, the subject is rooted in the rigour of experimental research and scientific discovery. An A Level in Psychology can complement a wide variety of areas and subjects for further study. For medicine, biomedical science and dentistry it can be the ideal complementary subject for expanding a student’s skill-set, such as critical thinking, which is extremely useful for further study, as well as the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT). For some students, it awakens an interest, of which they were previously unaware, and they go on to study Psychology in all its various forms (e.g. Developmental, Social, Forensic and Cognitive Neuroscience) at University. These degrees can lead students on to careers in Clinical Psychology, the media, health or sports science. For others, an A Level in Psychology instils academic abilities in research, analysis, communication and organisation that can provide an excellent foundation for University courses such as Law, History and Politics.
Pupils who have followed GCSE courses are normally required to have: • taken at least 8 subjects • achieved Grade 5 or better in Mathematics and English (Language) • achieved the entry standard for their chosen A Level subjects available to him/her in the option groups Psychology A Level will offer you a challenging, yet unique, academic experience. Students need to be able to apply scientific knowledge to psychological research in addition to critically evaluating and discussing the psychological theories, on which this research is based. Therefore, an interest in, and a willingness to commit to, the subject is essential. In terms of academic entry requirements, a Grade 6 in GCSE English would provide the best platform on which to develop the evaluation and critical analysis skills essential for the course. As a science the subject has a focus on experimental research, along with some biological content, and so a 6 in GCSE Biology or 6-6 in Combined Science is also recommended.