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Psychology A level

at The Douay Martyrs Catholic School, Uxbridge · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Psychology is essentially the study of mind and behaviour. Psychologists observe and measure behaviour using scientific methods in order to explain why people act the way they do, and why there is so much individual difference between people. Psychology has links with many other subjects including biology, philosophy, sociology and anthropology. This mix of disciplines helps to make psychology such a fascinating subject. Psychology is a very popular A Level option which is attractive to students because it develops a range of valuable skills, including critical analysis, independent thinking and extended writing.

What you need to get on

Students must have a minimum of a Grade 6 or above in English Language, Mathematics and a minimum Grade 5 in Science (particularly Biology). Students must be aware that the A-Level psychology syllabus includes significant amount of science and mathematics (particularly statistics) as well as essay writing. It is therefore a subject which best suits students with an interest in a range of academic disciplines.

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 Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School

    Edinburgh Drive Ickenham, Uxbridge, UB10 8QY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Uxbridge

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