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A Level Psychology

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

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Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A Level Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. It aims to understand how people think, feel and act, and why individuals may behave differently in similar situations. Throughout the course, you will explore both everyday behaviour, such as memory, attachment and social influence and more complex issues such as mental health, brain function and criminal behaviour. A key feature of Psychology is that it is a science. Psychologists use research methods, experiments and data to test ideas and develop theories. You will learn how to design investigations, analyse results and evaluate evidence, including developing mathematical and data-handling skills. This is a two-year A Level course. Under the AQA specification, students study compulsory topics in Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research methods, and Issues and debates in Psychology, along with one topic from each of three option groups. At this college, our chosen option topics are Relationships, Schizophrenia and Forensic Psychology. Overall, A Level Psychology helps students develop a deeper understanding of: * why people behave the way they do * how scientific research is conducted * how to think critically about evidence and theories

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for A Level courses * Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics. * A strong interest in and enthusiasm for, the subject chosen. * A willingness to commit to regular Independent Study outside of lesson time, as A Level courses require a high level of motivation, organisation and academic commitment. * An interview may be required as part of the application process. Please note: some courses have additional entry requirements.

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

  • Clarendon Sixth Form College

    Camp Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6DF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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