This course will give you an introduction to the psychology sector through applied learning: you will learn about theories of psychology, what makes us think and behave the way we do, and how we can research this. The course is one year for the Certificate (equivalent to half an A-level), and two years for the Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A Level). The full qualification is equivalent to a full A-level with the same UCAS points attached. - Fully regulated by OFQUAL. - Suitable to study alongside other A-level subjects. Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications: Learners will explore four key approaches in psychology – social, cognitive learning, and biological – and apply these approaches to issues relevant to contemporary society including aggression, business, and gender identity. The unit is externally assessed through a 1.5-hour exam. Unit 2: Conducting Psychological Research, Learners develop knowledge, understanding, and skills in the scientific process and in psychological research methodology through their own psychological research project. This unit is internally assessed through a written report.
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4 or A* - C including a grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language. In order to succeed on this course, students will need: Good reading and writing skills Confidence in Maths and dealing with data An interest in finding out about people: do you like ‘people-watching’? If you do, you’d like Psychology. An interest in life and people, an enthusiastic attitude to study and learning, and a willingness to work hard. You will need to develop the ability to: - Ask questions, evaluate and criticize theories and studies - Be organized and meet deadlines - Seek and act on feedback - Listen carefully to the views of others
Through both externally assessed exams and internally assessed work.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Westgate Fields, Chichester, PO19 1SB |
This course will give you an introduction to the psychology sector through applied learning: you will learn about theories of psychology, what makes us think and behave the way we do, and how we can research this. The course is one year for the Certificate (equivalent to half an A-level), and two years for the Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A Level). The full qualification is equivalent to a full A-level with the same UCAS points attached. - Fully regulated by OFQUAL. - Suitable to study alongside other A-level subjects. Unit 1: Psychological Approaches and Applications: Learners will explore four key approaches in psychology – social, cognitive learning, and biological – and apply these approaches to issues relevant to contemporary society including aggression, business, and gender identity. The unit is externally assessed through a 1.5-hour exam. Unit 2: Conducting Psychological Research, Learners develop knowledge, understanding, and skills in the scientific process and in psychological research methodology through their own psychological research project. This unit is internally assessed through a written report.
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4 or A* - C including a grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language. In order to succeed on this course, students will need: Good reading and writing skills Confidence in Maths and dealing with data An interest in finding out about people: do you like ‘people-watching’? If you do, you’d like Psychology. An interest in life and people, an enthusiastic attitude to study and learning, and a willingness to work hard. You will need to develop the ability to: - Ask questions, evaluate and criticize theories and studies - Be organized and meet deadlines - Seek and act on feedback - Listen carefully to the views of others
Through both externally assessed exams and internally assessed work.