Psychology
Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School - Birmingham
01217064200
Victoria Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7XY
Course summary

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. If you are interested in learning about different types of behaviour and the explanations for these behaviours, Psychology might be for you. It helps us to understand why people behave the way they do and how the brain works. A Level Psychology is designed to give students a basic introduction into the science of Psychology and focuses on using scientific knowledge t help explain the world around us. Within the course, students will get the opportunity to look at the five main areas of modern psychology and carry out their own practical investigations based around these areas.

Entry requirements

• Achieving 5 Grade 5s including GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics • Grade 5 in GCSE Sciences or Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and Grade 5 in GCSE English Language or English Literature

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology. What's assessed: • Compulsory content 1–4 • Written exam: 2 hours; 96 marks in total; 33.3% of A-level Paper 2: Psychology in Context. What's assessed: • Compulsory content 5-7 • Written exam: 2 hours; 96 marks in total; 33.3% of A-level Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology. What’s assessed: • Compulsory content 8 • Option 1-3 content • Written exam: 2 hours; 96 marks in total; 33.3% of A-level

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressVictoria Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7XY