Psychology - AS / A2
Psychology is the science of behaviour and experience. It looks at why people behave the way they do and examines the underlying reasons. It cuts across every avenue of life and is considered to be one of the most applicable A’ levels of life
What will I be doing?
Year 1 – AS Level
Unit 1: Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology & Research Methods
Unit 2: Biological Physiological, Social Psychology & Individual Differences
Year 2 – A2 Level
Unit 3: Three or more topics from: Biological Rhythm, Sleep & Dreaming; Relationships; Eating Behaviour; Intelligence & Learning; Perception; Aggression; Gender and Cognition & Development.
Unit 4: Psychopathology, Psychology in Action and Research Methods.
How will I be assessed?
Each unit is assessed by an examination
Where do I go from here?
Progression to university degrees in Psychology or related subjects.
Direct entry into employment in a variety of roles
Entry requirements
AS Level: Five GCSEs at grades A* - C (including English and Mathematics)
A2 Level: AS Level at grade E or above.
Course Duration
AS Level – 1 Year
AS & A2 Levels – 2 Years
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