Psychology A level is studied by exploring theory and practical research, together with group discussions. This provides an insight into key areas of psychology as used in the discipline – including data handling and analysis – which can be studied further at university. Students are expected to gain an understanding of some of the most influential psychological studies of our time, such as Milgram’s or Zimbardo’s notorious experiments, alongside conducting their own research. The course allows students an opportunity to investigate the predominant contemporary approaches in psychology. Students will explore the anatomy of the brain, the main models of memory, mechanisms underlying conformity and obedience; and the psychology behind attachment, gender development, psychopathology, schizophrenia, and forensic psychology.
Assessment is by a total of six hours of examinations in three examination papers at the end of the two-year course. A wide range of question types including multiple choice, short answer, and extended response questions.
| TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY
· Social Influence · Memory · Attachment · Psychopathology |
2 hours, 33.3% of total A level |
| PSYCHOLOGY IN CONTEXT
· Approaches In Psychology · Biopsychology · Research Methods |
2 hours, 33.3% of total A level |
| ISSUES AND OPTIONS IN PSYCHOLOGY
· Relationships/Gender/Cognition · Schizophrenia/Eating Behaviour/Stress · Aggression/Forensic Psychology/Addiction |
2 hours, 33.3% of total A level |
It is necessary and helpful for students to have GCSE Maths, GCSE Biology and GCSE English Language to study this course.
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