Psychology

Assessment

A level: All papers are taken in June of the Upper Sixth year. Paper 1: Introductory topics in psychology (Social influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology). Written examination: 2 hours (33.3% of A level). Paper 2: Psychology in Context (Approaches in psychology, Biopsychology, Research methods). Written examination: 2 hours (33.3% of A level). Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (Issues and debates in psychology, plus our selection of the optional content: Cognitive Development, Eating and Addiction). Written examination: 2 hours (33.3% of A level).