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GCE A Level in Psychology

at Medina College · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and human behaviour and gaining a qualification in Psychology can open the door to a number of career paths that require interaction or an understanding of human behaviour and development. Psychology is a very popular subject at university level; however, it is an equally useful subject for studying other subjects at higher education, for example: law or nursing. Careers relating to Psychology include: police, nursing, teaching, counselling, human resources and personnel. University study in Psychology can lead to careers in areas of Applied Psychology, including: clinical, educational, sports, criminal, forensic, counselling, environmental and organisational psychology. The 2 year course covers four compulsory units: Approaches in Psychology: you will learn about the five psychological approaches: biological, psychodynamic, behaviourist, cognitive and positive. Each approach explains human behaviour in a slightly different way; Research in Psychology: you will learn more about how psychologists design and conduct research; Contemporary debates: you will learn about the ethical issues and debates surrounding modern day Psychology including cultural bias, ethical costs of conducting research, non-human animals, scientific status and sexism; Practical Research: you will get the opportunity to undertake two of your own research projects. In year two you will also study three behaviours: Autistic Spectrum behaviours; Criminal behavio

What you need to get on

5 GCSE A* to C or 9 to 5 including B or 6 in English, Maths and 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

  • The Island VI Form

    ISLAND INNOVATION VI FORM CAMPUS ST. JAMES STREET, NEWPORT, PO30 1LJ

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