Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. The course will introduce you to a wide range of theories that aim to explain various aspects of human behaviour and you will investigate the research evidence that supports the theories. It requires essay writing skills and the ability to critically question the evidence you are presented with. The programme of Study A-level Psychology is a two year programme, but when you successfully complete the first year you will have achieved an Advanced Subsidiary (AS) in Psychology. At the start of the course you will study Memory, Attachment and Social Influence. You will investigate theories of memory and look at the reliability of eyewitness testimony. Furthermore, you will study the formation of attachments in infancy and investigate the effect of disruptions to attachments. The final part looks at the psychology behind group processes and obedience. You will also study three topics of in the second half of the first year: Approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology and Research Methodology. You will learn about the different theories and how they view human behaviour. You will also learn about explanations and treatment of mental health conditions. In research methodology you will learn the skills to critically evaluate psychological studies. The first year is assessed by two 90 min exams at the end of the AS year. Questions include short answer, stimulus material and some extended writing questions. The second year of the A-level allows you to further deepen your understanding of Psychology with a range of interesting topics including psychological explanations of human eating behaviour, theories of cognition and development, and Psychological explanations for aggression. You will also develop an understanding of Issues and Debates in Psychology, research methods and statistics used in Psychology. A-level Psychology is assessed through linear assessment by three 2 hr exams at the end of the two year course. They will assess your skills and knowledge gained in psychology over the whole two years. The marks and grades achieved in the AS exams do not contribute towards the full A-level grade. Higher education and Career opportunities Psychology is a popular degree at university and you can also specialise in specific areas of Psychology such as Therapy or Forensic Psychology. It is particularly useful for careers that involve working with people, such as nursing, teaching, social work, the police and prison service, personnel and marketing.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fambridge Road, Maldon, CM9 6AB |
Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. The course will introduce you to a wide range of theories that aim to explain various aspects of human behaviour and you will investigate the research evidence that supports the theories. It requires essay writing skills and the ability to critically question the evidence you are presented with. The programme of Study A-level Psychology is a two year programme, but when you successfully complete the first year you will have achieved an Advanced Subsidiary (AS) in Psychology. At the start of the course you will study Memory, Attachment and Social Influence. You will investigate theories of memory and look at the reliability of eyewitness testimony. Furthermore, you will study the formation of attachments in infancy and investigate the effect of disruptions to attachments. The final part looks at the psychology behind group processes and obedience. You will also study three topics of in the second half of the first year: Approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology and Research Methodology. You will learn about the different theories and how they view human behaviour. You will also learn about explanations and treatment of mental health conditions. In research methodology you will learn the skills to critically evaluate psychological studies. The first year is assessed by two 90 min exams at the end of the AS year. Questions include short answer, stimulus material and some extended writing questions. The second year of the A-level allows you to further deepen your understanding of Psychology with a range of interesting topics including psychological explanations of human eating behaviour, theories of cognition and development, and Psychological explanations for aggression. You will also develop an understanding of Issues and Debates in Psychology, research methods and statistics used in Psychology. A-level Psychology is assessed through linear assessment by three 2 hr exams at the end of the two year course. They will assess your skills and knowledge gained in psychology over the whole two years. The marks and grades achieved in the AS exams do not contribute towards the full A-level grade. Higher education and Career opportunities Psychology is a popular degree at university and you can also specialise in specific areas of Psychology such as Therapy or Forensic Psychology. It is particularly useful for careers that involve working with people, such as nursing, teaching, social work, the police and prison service, personnel and marketing.