Psychology

Qualification: A level

Head of Department: Miss Shabir

Course components/units/outline:
Unit 1 - Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology and Research Methods
Unit 2 - Biological Psychology, Social Psychology and Individual Differences
Unit 3 – Biological Rhythms and Sleep, Relationships and Aggression
Unit 4 – Psychopathology, Psychology in Action and Research methods

How is this course assessed?
Unit 1 – 1 hour 30 minute exam
Unit 2 – 1 hour exam
Unit 3 – 1 hour 30 minute exam
Unit 4 – 2 hour exam

Where could this course lead?
Psychiatrist, counselor, forensic psychology, teaching, human resources, administration, advertising, human services, criminal justice services.

Where can you get more information?
http://alevelpsychology.co.uk

Additional information:
“The course has enabled me to gain a wide knowledge and understanding of the processes that affect the human mind and behavior. It has also equipped me with a range of skills in evaluating information and data analysis. I have also developed key skills in communication, application of numbers, IT, working with others, improving own learning and performance and problem solving skills.”

As a result of studying A level Psychology, students have gone onto studying Psychology at university, as well as courses such as Nursing, Forensic Psychology, Biology and Teaching.