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GCE A Level in Psychology

at Cheltenham Bournside School, Cheltenham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Psychology is a science. It is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. As a science, knowledge and understanding of research methods, practical research skills, and mathematical skills are assessed in all 3 exams. Students studying psychology gain a broad overview of various topics central to psychology; develop an understanding of explanations of behaviour from different schools of psychological thought, and learn to analyse the strengths and limitations of the various psychological approaches. Students will analyse, interpret, and evaluate scientific information to make judgements and reach conclusions; and apply understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures to theoretical and practical contexts. Students will also study the issues and debates pertinent to modern psychological research.

What you need to get on

See our current Sixth Form Prospectus for further details.

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

  • Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre

    Warden Hill Road, Cheltenham, GL51 3EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Cheltenham

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