Psychology

Assessment

The course is 100% examination-based. At the end of Year 13, you will sit 3 examinations (2 hours each), each worth one-third of the qualification. Paper 1: Written exam, 2 hours, 33.3% of A Level. Introductory Topics in Psychology assesses Social Influence, Memory, Attachment and Psychopathology. Paper 2: Written exam, 2 hours, 33.3% of A Level. Psychology in Context examines Approaches in Psychology, Research Methods and Biopsychology. Paper 3: Written exam, 2 hours, 33.4% of A Level. Issues and Options in Psychology tests Issues and Debates in Psychology, Gender, Schizophrenia and Forensic Psychology.