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GCE A Level in Psychology

at Whitburn Church of England Academy, Sunderland · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Psychology is the study of human behaviours using scientific methods to both analyse and explain different human behaviours. If you are fascinated by the idea of understanding the brain and if you want to grasp the complexities of human behaviour then A level Psychology is for you. In lessons, you may be exploring various areas to do with cognitive, behaviour, developmental and even biological psychology by focusing on issues such as memory, child and adult developmental stages and psychological research methods. You will learn more about critical issues related to the mind, behaviour and thinking style by exploring the physiological and psychological explanations on specific issues such as relationships or psychological disorders.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in English Language or Literature and grade 5 Biology or 5 in the Biology components of Trilogy Science.

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

  • Whitburn Church of England Academy

    Whitburn, Sunderland, SR6 7EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sunderland

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