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IBO Certificate in Higher Level Psychology

at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, Dartford · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

At the core of the Psychology course is an introduction to three different approaches to understanding behaviour: the biological, cognitive and sociocultural approaches. Students study and critically evaluate the knowledge, concepts, theories and research that have developed the understanding in these fields. The interaction of these approaches to studying Psychology forms the basis of a holistic and integrated approach to understanding mental processes and behaviour as a complex, dynamic phenomenon, allowing students to appreciate the diversity as well as the commonality between their own behaviour and that of others. The contribution and the interaction of the three approaches is understood through the four options in the course that focus on areas of applied psychology: abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, health psychology, and the psychology of relationships.

What you need to get on

5+ GCSE 9-4 grades Grade 5 in English Language or Literature Grade 6 in Biology or 6-6 in Combined Science Grade 5 Mathematics

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

    SIR GEOFFREY LEIGH ACADEMY GREEN STREET GREEN ROAD, DARTFORD, DA1 1QE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · DARTFORD

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