Psychology
The Ripley Academy - Derbyshire
01773746334
Peasehill, Ripley, DE5 3JQ
Course summary

Y12 content Topics include – Social influence, memory, attachment, approaches in psychology, psychopathology and research methods. Y13 content Y12 content plus the following topics – Biopsychology, issues and debates in psychology, relationships, schizophrenia and forensic psychology. With a qualification in Psychology you could go on to Further or Higher Education. Additionally to this, if you do not use it for your main subject area it is a multi-disciplinary subject and will offer you a more effective way of thinking. Employers favour the subject as it requires the ability to be a flexible and forward thinking individual. For those interested in careers in psychology, visiting the British Psychological Society website will provide further information.

Entry requirements

- Grade 5 in English and Mathematics - Minimum of five grade 4s at GCSE

How you'll be assessed

Assessment of the AQA Psychology course is by written examination. The examinations are in June. Preparations for the exams are carried out in lessons throughout the course, including full mock exam papers.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPeasehill, Ripley, DE5 3JQ