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Psychology A Level (AQA)
Head of Department:
Mrs A Yates
Teaching Staff:
Mrs A Yates
Course Content
Topics include:
Social influence
Memory
Attachment
Psychopathology
Approaches in psychology
Biopsychology Research methods
Issues and debates in psychology
The course structure is:
Paper 1: Introductory topics in psychology (2hrs, 33.3%)
Paper 2: Psychology in Context (2hrs, 33.3%)
Paper 3: Issues and options in psychology (2hrs, 33.3%)
Overview
Psychology is the study of human behaviours using scientific methods to both analyse and explain different human behaviours. The course is full of interesting case studies, theories and goes in depth about certain behaviours.
Expectations
You will need to:
be willing to have your opinions and values challenged
be willing to listen to and take on board new ideas and novel arguments
be able to see both sides of an issue, not reject one side simply because you believe initially that it is wrong.
independent study to consolidate class work is essential.
Future Pathway
An A Level in Psychology is a very useful subject for any career where you interact with people. Occupations such as journalism, nursing and marketing all welcome trainees who have studied Psychology. If you are considering Higher Education, Psychology can be an invaluable subject. Although Psychology is a science, it sits on the boundary of Science and Arts subjects and combines elements of both.
Key Skills
You will have developed data handling and writing skills which are transferable to both University and employment.
Recommended Entry Requirements
Grade 6 at GCSE Maths and English, as well as Higher tier Combined Science.
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