A dictionary definition of Psychology would read something like, ‘the scientific study of the human mind and its functions’. Psychology is more than this! Psychology is everywhere around us. It is intriguing, it is emotional and above all it is thoughtprovoking. This course offers you the opportunity to learn about the science behind human behaviour by understanding how research is conducted and used to develop theories and laws about human behaviour. You will then go on to explore the many different strands of Psychology such as Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and Biological Psychology. You will also consider issues and debates that psychologists consider when attempting to explain complex and abstract human behaviours. Finally, you will develop skills valued by Higher Education (HE) and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking, and research skills.
5 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or above including English and Maths. Ideally, Grade 6 or above in GCSE
Examination (100%) – There will be three two-hour papers at the end of the course (each worth 33.3% of the A level), for which we will prepare you thoroughly! Paper 1 will examine 4 compulsory units such as Social Influence, Memory, Attachment & Psychopathology. Paper 2 will comprise of 4 further compulsory units such as Approaches in Psychology, Bio Psychology & Research Methods. The third paper comprises of the optional units such as Relationships, Gender, and Schizophrenia & Forensic Psychology. Each paper will consist of multiple-choice questions, short answer and extended writing questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Bircham Road, Alcombe, Minehead, TA24 6AY |
A dictionary definition of Psychology would read something like, ‘the scientific study of the human mind and its functions’. Psychology is more than this! Psychology is everywhere around us. It is intriguing, it is emotional and above all it is thoughtprovoking. This course offers you the opportunity to learn about the science behind human behaviour by understanding how research is conducted and used to develop theories and laws about human behaviour. You will then go on to explore the many different strands of Psychology such as Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and Biological Psychology. You will also consider issues and debates that psychologists consider when attempting to explain complex and abstract human behaviours. Finally, you will develop skills valued by Higher Education (HE) and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking, and research skills.
5 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or above including English and Maths. Ideally, Grade 6 or above in GCSE
Examination (100%) – There will be three two-hour papers at the end of the course (each worth 33.3% of the A level), for which we will prepare you thoroughly! Paper 1 will examine 4 compulsory units such as Social Influence, Memory, Attachment & Psychopathology. Paper 2 will comprise of 4 further compulsory units such as Approaches in Psychology, Bio Psychology & Research Methods. The third paper comprises of the optional units such as Relationships, Gender, and Schizophrenia & Forensic Psychology. Each paper will consist of multiple-choice questions, short answer and extended writing questions.