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Psychology (A Level)

at FAIRFAX, Sutton Coldfield · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Ever wondered why people behave in certain ways? Ever wanted to understand people better? That's what we do in Psychology! but we are not clairvoyants! Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour. The subject is seen as a 'science' because of the way psychologists study the human mind and human behaviour. For many years now psychology has been recognised as a science and due to the amount of research involved, most degree courses in psychology are awarded the BSc (Bachelor of Sciences) status. Studying psychology helps to enhance analytical and evaluation skills and is a subject that allows students to have a better understanding of their own behaviour and that of others. The skills that students gain at the end of the course compliment many university degrees (you do not have to study the subject at degree level) and are attractive to prospective employers. YEAR 12: TOPICS STUDIED: Social Influence, Memory, Attachments, Approaches, Psychopathology, Research Methods. ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE: 2 Papers. YEAR 13: TOPICS STUDIED: Social Influence, Memory, Attachments, Approaches, Psychopathology, Approaches in Psychology, Research Methods, Issues and Debates, Gender, Schizophrenia and Addiction. ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE: 3 Papers.

What you need to get on

Applicants will need to have a minimum of 5 grades 9-4 (or A*-C) GCSEs, including Mathematics, and English at minimum grade 5. Internal applicants who meet the minimum academic entrance requirements will be offered a place automatically (subject to availability of courses). All successful applicants will be required to sign a sixth form code of conduct in recognition of the Academy's expectations of sixth form students in terms of their behaviour, punctuality and attendance.

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

  • Fairfax

    Fairfax Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 7JT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sutton Coldfield

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