Psychology
at The Netherhall School, Cambridge · school or sixth form
What the college says
Psychology is one of the fastest-growing university subjects and is now the fourth most popular A-level. Psychology touches virtually every aspect of life, as it seeks to explain human thoughts and behaviours. Psychology – Year 1 Topics covered include: human memory and eye witness testimony, attachments in development; abnormality, conformity, obedience and minority influence and research methods in context. Psychology – Year 2 The year 2 course will build on your knowledge, skills and understanding developed in year 1. You will look in depth at biopsychology, relationships, aggression and schizophrenia, as well as considering issues and debates within Psychology
What you need to get on
6 GCSE grades 9-4 or equivalent
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
The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall
Queen Edith's Way, Cambridge, CB1 8NN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Cambridge
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