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Psychology

at Backwell School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. It asks why people feel, think and act the way they do. Studying Psychology will help you develop a number of skills, including how to: * view the world from different perspectives * develop critical reasoning skills * put across your point of view fluently * plan and conduct scientific investigations * analyse and interpret data This means that Psychology students are not just knowledgeable of psychological subject matter, but are well equipped for all sorts of study or employment opportunities. A level Psychology involves essay writing, class discussion, reading and research. Please contact Backwell School to discuss this course information in more detail.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Backwell School

    Station Road Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bristol

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