A Level Psychology
at Codsall Community High School, Wolverhampton · school or sixth form
What the college says
The course offers an in-depth analysis of various explanations of human behaviour and looks at the application of these explanations to everyday life. The course looks at topics such as abnormal behaviour including schizophrenia, memory, attachment theory, social psychology including conformity and obedience, forensic psychology including offender profiling and theories of offending, relationships and the various psychological theories of behaviour. There is also a research methods element. Student quote: "Psychology is an interesting subject which looks into how we behave and why. The teachers make the lessons enjoyable."
What you need to get on
At least Grade 6 in the GCSE English Language or GCSE English Literature and Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics.
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Codsall Community High School
Elliotts Lane Codsall, Wolverhampton, WV8 1PQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Wolverhampton
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