BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology
at Headlands School, Bridlington · school or sixth form
What the college says
Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour. BTEC Applied Psychology works to develop analysis skills looking at case studies and their findings and applying them to everyday life. The course consists of three compulsory modules and one optional unit. The course requires the completion of two exam modules and two modules which are assessed through the assessment of coursework. Compulsory units include: Psychological approaches and application, research methods and health psychology. The additional units look at criminal forensic psychology, promoting childrens psychological development, psychopathology and applied sports psychology.
What you need to get on
Typical grades needed 4 x GCSE at grade 4 or above.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
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
Headlands School
Sewerby Road, Bridlington, YO16 6UR
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Bridlington
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