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Examined in June 2009 and June 2010
Examination Board: AQA

Psychology is the study of the human mind and human behaviour. It is an academic A-level but also involves some practical work at A2 level.

Psychology is a ‘social science’. In practical terms, this means that we largely spend our time studying scientific experiments conducted by qualified psychologists. However, a scientific background is not necessary to succeed at this subject. We study in small groups by reading, writing essays, discussing the work, and conducting our own research.

SCHEME OF ASSESSMENT

Advanced Subsidiary (AS)
Two modules are studied at AS.

UNIT LEVEL TOPIC MODE OF ASSESSMENT DURATION
WEIGHTING
          AS A
1 AS Cognitive Psychology,
Development Psychology
and Research Methods		 Written Examination 1 hour 30 mins 50 % 25 %
2 AS Biological Psychology,
Social Psychology
and Individual Differences		 Written Examination 1 hour 30 mins 50 % 25 %
 
A2
Two modules are also studied at A2
UNIT LEVEL TOPIC MODE OF ASSESSMENT DURATION WEIGHTING A2
3 A2 Topics in Psychology
 Written Examination 1 hour 30 min 25 %
4 A2 Psychopathology, Psychology in Action and Research Methods Written Examination 2 hours 25 %