Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to progress onto our degree programme at University Centre Peterborough. Visit here: https://www.ucp.ac.uk/ for course details.
A Levels
A-Level Psychology
- Course Type: A Level
What can this course lead to?
Who is it for?
Psychology is the science of the human mind and behaviour, and includes the study of mental health and social changes. Ever wondered if prison really does change criminal behaviour? Or why some people conform? Or perhaps if the experience you had before the age of five really do shape the person you are today?
What is covered?
You will cover the following topic areas:
- Introductory topics in psychology: learn about conformity, social norms, how the mind remembers and forgets and how children form attachments
- Psychology in context: learn more about the different approaches in psychology and how to design and conduct your own research.
In the second year of the A-level you’ll deepen your understanding of human behaviour. You’ll study additional topics under Approaches in psychology, Biopsychology, Research methods and Issues and debates in psychology.
You then choose three further topics; one from each of three option groups.
- Issues and options in psychology: you’ll learn more about psychological concepts, research methods and ethical issues.
- Issues and debates in psychology: learn about the fascinating tendencies of human behaviour, with options looking into gender differences and the criminal mind.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5 GCSEs at grade 5/C or above including English, maths and science plus 6/B or above in an essay based subject.
Psychology is a scientific based subject and you will be expected to undertake some research and apply scientific approaches. There will also be a maths element.
You will study in a variety of ways including class activities, worksheets, quizzes, games, practise exam questions, practical research activities, extended reading, tests, group work and independent study. You will be provided with topic booklets which you will be expected to complete both in and outside of class.
You will study 3 A Level subjects, plus tutorial and career development sessions. Each subject has 6 hours per week contact time, with approximately 4 hours of independent study.
Unfortunately we cannot accept students who only want to study a single A Level subject due to funding limitations.
During the two years of study, you will be regularly assessed under test conditions to practise being able to understand and respond to the questions asked in the correct time allocation so that you are fully prepared for the final exams. The Awarding Body is AQA.
There is an assessment calendar for A levels which includes timed assessment every 4 to 5 weeks. Feedback gained from these assessments will help you to develop your skills, target your revision and where necessary enable us to provide additional support.
We also organise industry visits that are relevant to your subjects and, where possible, subject specific conferences.
We will review each application on a case-by-case basis to ensure you get a place on the course most suitable for you. We offer an online interview which will explain the A Level programme and also allow for an informal chat with the tutor for each subject before an offer to study with us can be made to you.
Start date: 01/09/2025
Course Code
SAL3AL5AF-PS
Duration
2 Years
Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
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