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GCE A Level in Psychology

at Maidstone Grammar School, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes. It opens your eyes to the world around you and understanding why we behave in the way we do. Why did Nazis commit atrocities against Jews? Can we enhance the powers of the brain? What influence do role models have on anorexia? How reliable is eyewitness testimony? Are criminals born or made? What are the causes of Schizophrenia? You do not need to have studied Psychology. The course involves essay writing, science and statistics. You will put your psychological knowledge into action by conducting practical work in class. The full 2-year A Level is assessed with 3 papers, each one is 2 hours, 96 marks, worth 33.3% of final mark. All content in Paper One and Paper Two is compulsory. Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology Involves understanding basic concepts. Each section is worth 24 marks. All questions are compulsory. It consists of studies and theories in the following areas: Section A Social Influence, Section B Memory, Section C Attachment, Section D Psychopathology. Paper 2: Psychology in Context Involves understanding different perspectives and applying them to real life situations. Section A and B are worth 24 marks. Section C is worth 48 marks: Section A Approaches in Psychology, Section B Biopsychology, Section C Research Methods. Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology Each section is worth 24 marks. Section A is compulsory, Sections B, C and D contain 3 topics each. Students select 1 topic f

What you need to get on

To study this course, you should have at least a Grade 5 in English and Maths (Grade 6s are desirable) and a Grade 6 in one of the Sciences at GCSE.

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

  • Maidstone Grammar School

    BARTON ROAD, MAIDSTONE, ME15 7BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · MAIDSTONE

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