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A2 Level Psychology

at Teign School, Newton Abbot · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

What will I study? The course develops a broad knowledge and understanding of core areas of Psychology such as social, cognitive, developmental, biological and individual differences. It will engage students in issues and debates in Psychology as well as studying topics including relationships, aggression, and mental disorders such as depression or schizophrenia. There are also opportunities to consider the way in which Psychology can be applied to contemporary issues, such as the media or addictive behaviour and to consider the way in which an understanding of Psychology can help to manage our experience of the world. There is a scientific and mathematical element to the course, but at the same time the subject matter is firmly focused on understanding human behaviour. Where possible practical elements are included to allow an understanding of the research methods underlying this understanding and to help develop a range of skills. A distinctive feature of Psychology is the range of explanations for human behaviour, and students should enjoy evaluating and comparing these different approaches. Assessment The following skill areas will be assessed: • AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures. • AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures: • AO3: Analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information, ideas and evidence, including in relation to issues, to:

What you need to get on

Five Level 4 GCSEs are required for entry into 6th Form. GCSE Level 5 pass is required in your chosen, or related, subject.

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

  • Teign Six Form College

    Teign School Chudleigh Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3JG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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