Psychology

Assessment

PAPER 1 (35% OF A LEVEL): FOUNDATIONS IN PSYCHOLOGY This paper consists of four topics: • Social psychology • Cognitive psychology • Biological psychology • Learning theories Students will also acquire knowledge about the foundations of modern psychology. PAPER 2 (35% OF A LEVEL): APPLICATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGY This paper consists of one compulsory module • Clinical psychology • Health Psychology In learning these topics, students will acquire knowledge about how our understanding of psychology is applied today. PAPER 3 (30% OF A LEVEL): PSYCHOLOGICAL SKILLS This paper consists of • Methods • A synoptic review of studies Issues and debates Students will review the psychological skills and research methods covered in the qualification. HOW THE COURSE IS DELIVERED Although the course is taught and you will get the opportunity to complete group work in the classroom, you will be expected to carry out independent research and learning. It is worth noting here that very few of the students starting A-Level Psychology will have studied Psychology at the GCSE level and therefore lessons will reflect this.