Psychology
Tudor Grange Academy Redditch - Worcestershire
01527523088
Woodrow Drive, Redditch, B98 7UH
Course summary

This course is designed to provide a broad introduction to the scope and nature of psychology as a science. The emphasis is on applying knowledge and understanding rather than just acquiring knowledge, thereby developing students’ transferable skills of analysis, evaluation, and critical thinking. The specification offers a broad range of topics, including memory, social influence, biopsychology, and research methods in context. There is also a range of topic-based options that bring together explanations from different approaches and engage students in issues and debates in contemporary psychology.

Entry requirements

Grade 5+ in GCSE Psychology if studied. If not, a Grade 5+ in GCSE Science and a subject aptitude test will be taken during induction week. GCSE Maths and English Grade 6+.

How you'll be assessed

There is no coursework in A-level Psychology. The examination in this subject consists of multiple choice, short, and extended writing tasks including essays.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWoodrow Drive, Redditch, B98 7UH