GCE A Level in Psychology
at Burnham Grammar School, Slough · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students really enjoy this subject because they find it relevant to their everyday life. There is a wealth of fascinating material to reflect upon ranging from false memory to serial murder and the causes of hallucinations. The course is examined through a range of questions ranging from multiple choice questions, short answers to extended writing. It is therefore beneficial to have an interest in both English and essay writing as well as Science, where the scientific method is applied to psychological enquiry. The Research Methods paper has a strong mathematical focus so an interest in statistical analysis would also be helpful.
What you need to get on
GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics Grade 6 plus a Grade 6 in a GCSE 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
Burnham Grammar School
Hogfair Lane, Burnham, SL1 7HG
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Burnham
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