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GCE A Level in Psychology

at East Lancashire Learning Group, Nelson · other provider

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Embark on an exploration into the human mind and psyche, uncovering the underlying reasons behind human thought processes and their profound influence on behaviour with an A Level in Psychology. Throughout this programme you will explore a wide range of fundamental psychology topics. These include looking at research of social psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, biological psychology and individual differences. Additional topics that you study include issues in mental health, criminal psychology, and child psychology.

What you need to get on

3 GCSE passes at a minimum of Grade 4 and 2 at Grade 5, which must include English Language or Literature and Maths at Grade 4.

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

  • Nelson and Colne College

    Scotland Road, Nelson, BB9 7YT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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