A Level Psychology
at Saltash Community School, Saltash · school or sixth form
What the college says
Psychology is very interesting! You will be able to relate to it easily and it is very varied. One lesson you might be learning about how the brain and neurotransmitters affect our behaviour and the next you might be conducting your own research into prejudiced attitudes.
What you need to get on
You will need a good set of GCSE results, including a grade C in English, Maths and Science. You need to be good at science because Psychology is a science and uses scientific methodology when investigating human behaviour. You need to be good at Maths because Psychologists use statistics to analyse the results of their investigations. You also need to be good at English because you will need to be able to articulately evaluate and write coherent essays.
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
Saltash Community School
Wearde Road, Saltash, PL12 4UW
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Saltash
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