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Psychology

at Lipson Co-Operative Academy, Plymouth · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

If you are interested in what people do and why they do it, then Psychology is the subject for you! Psychology is ‘the study of human mind and behaviour’, looking at people as individuals and in groups, and attempting to explain a whole range of thoughts, behaviours and actions. Starting with why people follow orders and ending with analysing the motives behind committing crime, you will find yourself on a journey where more questions are asked than answered. A Level Psychology is an excellent preparation subject for a degree course in Psychology and for a wide range of careers, including: Education, Clinical Psychology, Occupational and Forensic Psychology, Medicine, Teaching, Counselling, PR, Marketing, Broadcasting, Criminology, Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, Cognitive Science, Human Resources Management and Advertising. A Level Psychology was one of the first subjects to switch to the new linear A Level format and therefore is a 2 year course, assessed through examination only. At the end of year 2 you will sit three exams. You will follow the AQA examination board. Knowledge and retention – within Psychology you will learn about a range of theories. You must be able to recall how these theories work and explain those using key terms. Application – you will need to apply your learning to unseen material. You will need to have good knowledge of the underpinning theories in order to explain real life behaviour. Analytical skills – ability to evaluate theories and studi

What you need to get on

Level 55 or above in GCSE Science Level 5 or above in Mathematics and English 5 GCSE’s at Level 5 and above

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

  • Lipson Co-operative Academy

    Bernice Terrace, Plymouth, PL4 7PG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Plymouth

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