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Psychology

at Coombe Dean School, Plymouth · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Psychology is the scientific study of the brain and behaviour. It is an applied, academic subject which addresses challenging questions about human behaviour including, attachment, how we behave in social groups, aggression and mental illness; such as schizophrenia, obsessional-compulsive disorder, depression and phobias. We look into possible reasons for such behaviour and consider whether they are due to biology factors (the brain, hormones and/or genes) or whether we learn how to behave from our environment. You will be encouraged to develop critical thinking skills when considering contemporary psychological research, and will gain confidence in your use of research methods and statistical analysis.

What you need to get on

No prior knowledge of psychology is required, however, due to the academic nature of the subject students need to have a solid GCSE grade in Science, Maths and English.

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

  • Coombe Dean School

    Charnhill Way Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 8ES

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Plymouth

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