Course Summary
If you have an enquiring mind, a good sense of humour and enjoy reading and debating then this is the subject for you. The study of psychology will enable you to gain fascinating insights into human and animal behaviour. Students will study behaviour from a variety of different theoretical perspectives. Psychologists use scientific methods, but their subject matter is human beings, so psychology is a subject that links the humanities and sciences. Students will design, conduct and report on their own experimental research investigations.
Careers / Progression
Psychology is a suitable course for a wide range of careers that involve working with people as well as for progression on to higher education. It is a well-regarded academic course. Psychology prepares students for careers in a wide range of areas including mental health, education, sport, the media, law, marketing and finance, the police and criminology.
Entry Requirements
Grade 5 in a Science and Maths (5/5 if Combined Science). Grade 5 in English Language, English Literature or a Humanities subject.
Examination Board
Assessment
Students will be assessed by a mixture of multiple choice, short answer question and 16-mark essay questions, and will demonstrate skills of knowledge, application and evaluation.
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Component |
Duration |
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Paper 1 – Introductory Topics |
2 hours |
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Paper 2 – Psychology in Context |
2 hours |
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Paper 3 – Issues and Options |
2 hours |
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Careers / Progression
Psychology is a suitable course for a wide range of careers that involve working with people as well as for progression on to higher education. It is a well-regarded academic course. Psychology prepares students for careers in a wide range of areas including mental health, education, sport, the media, law, marketing and finance, the police and criminology.