• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychological concepts, theories, research studies, research methods and ethical issues. • Apply their new found knowledge in a range of contexts with analysis and evaluation. • Develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
The minimum entry requirements for Level 3 academic study apply. In addition, applicants will require a Grade 6 in English and a Grade 5 in Maths.
At the end of the second year students will sit three 2 hour exams. There is no coursework. Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology) Paper 2: Psychology in Context (Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods) Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (Issues and Debates in Psychology, Relationships, Forensic Psychology and Schizophrenia) Overall at least 10% of the marks in assessments for Psychology will require the use of mathematical skills and will be at least the standard of higher GCSE mathematics.
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| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Westholme House, Leicester Street, Sleaford, NG34 7PS |
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychological concepts, theories, research studies, research methods and ethical issues. • Apply their new found knowledge in a range of contexts with analysis and evaluation. • Develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
The minimum entry requirements for Level 3 academic study apply. In addition, applicants will require a Grade 6 in English and a Grade 5 in Maths.
At the end of the second year students will sit three 2 hour exams. There is no coursework. Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology) Paper 2: Psychology in Context (Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods) Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (Issues and Debates in Psychology, Relationships, Forensic Psychology and Schizophrenia) Overall at least 10% of the marks in assessments for Psychology will require the use of mathematical skills and will be at least the standard of higher GCSE mathematics.