Psychology

Psychology A-level offers an exciting, hands-on exploration of human behaviour and mental processes, covering topics like memory, brain anatomy, and forensic psychology. Students will analyse famous experiments, conduct their own research, and prepare for exams through a two-year curriculum.
Psychology is  the study of how we think, act, and feel, and it is used everywhere—from solving crimes to helping pro athletes win.

The A-Level course covers several different topics, and you will have the chance to build on the skills you have learnt at school so far. Psychology has a little bit of everything Science, English, History and even a little bit of Maths.

You will stop guessing and start testing! You will dive into the secrets of the mind through a mix of cool theories, group debates, and hands-on experiments. You will not just read about it; you will actually  have the opportunity to conduct your own research to see how people tick.

What will I learn?

Some of  topics that  you will explore on the course are:

• The Brain’s Anatomy: Go inside your head to see how the physical brain creates thoughts.
• Memory Hacks: Learn the models of how we remember (and why we forget).
• Social Power: Why do we follow the crowd? You will look at famous (and slightly scary) experiments on obedience and conformity.
• Mind Mysteries: Discover the science behind Schizophrenia, how we form attachments, and how Forensic Psychology helps catch criminals.

Assessment

At the end of this two-year journey, you will  take three exams (two hours each). The questions are a mix of quick multiple-choice, short answers, and longer essays where you can really show off what you have  learned.

It is necessary and helpful for students to have GCSE Maths, GCSE Biology and GCSE English Language to study this course preferable with a grade 5 and above.

Examination board: AQA