Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and GCSE grade 6 English and Mathematics is required. A positive attitude to learning and willingness to try new things are essential to meet the demands of this challenging subject. Course content: Throughout the course, students will study numerous different topics that introduce psychology. The majority of topics are the same for all candidates and are shown below. 1. Social Influence 2. Memory 3. Attachment 4. Psychopathology 5. Approaches in Psychology 6. Biopsychology 7. Research methods 8. Issues and debates Additionally, students will study three options that will be decided in year 12. The current students are studying schizophrenia, addiction and relationships. Assessment: This course is assessed through written examinations only. There are three 2-hour examinations at the end of year 13, all of which make up 33.3% of the final grade. • Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (topics 1 – 4 above) • Paper 2: Psychology in Context (topics 5 – 7 above) • Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (topic 8 and the three options) Why Psychology at Samuel Ryder Academy? The course allows students to gain an understanding of behaviour and investigate questions such as ‘Why might a child be aggressive?’ Students who engage with the subject develop an understanding of themselves and other people. The lessons are designed to encourage them to take part in activities that allow them to develop their writing, communication and presentation skills. Expectations of students: For most, this is a new subject and students must be prepared to learn difficult and abstract concepts from the very beginning. Engaging in wider reading and completing homework are essential to meeting the challenges of the subject. Students will be expected to ask questions, make positive contributions, express opinions and complete work to the highest standard. Career paths: Psychology is one of the faster growing subjects at university and has a diverse range of applications. There are numerous opportunities that would be available and it is a widely accepted subject for university entry, including by some universities for courses such as midwifery. Beyond university students could find themselves in a career such as a: • Clinical psychologist • Forensic psychologist • Educational psychologist • Human resources and personnel
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR |
Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and GCSE grade 6 English and Mathematics is required. A positive attitude to learning and willingness to try new things are essential to meet the demands of this challenging subject. Course content: Throughout the course, students will study numerous different topics that introduce psychology. The majority of topics are the same for all candidates and are shown below. 1. Social Influence 2. Memory 3. Attachment 4. Psychopathology 5. Approaches in Psychology 6. Biopsychology 7. Research methods 8. Issues and debates Additionally, students will study three options that will be decided in year 12. The current students are studying schizophrenia, addiction and relationships. Assessment: This course is assessed through written examinations only. There are three 2-hour examinations at the end of year 13, all of which make up 33.3% of the final grade. • Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (topics 1 – 4 above) • Paper 2: Psychology in Context (topics 5 – 7 above) • Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (topic 8 and the three options) Why Psychology at Samuel Ryder Academy? The course allows students to gain an understanding of behaviour and investigate questions such as ‘Why might a child be aggressive?’ Students who engage with the subject develop an understanding of themselves and other people. The lessons are designed to encourage them to take part in activities that allow them to develop their writing, communication and presentation skills. Expectations of students: For most, this is a new subject and students must be prepared to learn difficult and abstract concepts from the very beginning. Engaging in wider reading and completing homework are essential to meeting the challenges of the subject. Students will be expected to ask questions, make positive contributions, express opinions and complete work to the highest standard. Career paths: Psychology is one of the faster growing subjects at university and has a diverse range of applications. There are numerous opportunities that would be available and it is a widely accepted subject for university entry, including by some universities for courses such as midwifery. Beyond university students could find themselves in a career such as a: • Clinical psychologist • Forensic psychologist • Educational psychologist • Human resources and personnel