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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology

at James Calvert Spence College, Morpeth · college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. During this course you will learn how Psychology is used to explain aggressive behaviours and gender differences between males and females. Psychology is useful in business too, here you will learn how Psychology is used to help organisations market and sell their products. During this course, you will study psychological research. You will learn about various research methods and their importance in psychological inquiry and how to conduct psychological investigations using both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. Grade 4 in both an English and Maths and at least three other GCSEs, or Level 2 qualifications, at grade 5 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

  • James Calvert Spence College - Acklington Road

    Acklington Road Amble, Morpeth, NE65 0NG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Morpeth

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