Psychology
at The King'S School, Grantham, Grantham · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Psychology course has been designed to provide a broad and engaging introduction to the scope and nature of Psychology as a science. The emphasis is on applying knowledge and understanding rather than just acquiring knowledge, thereby developing students? transferable skills of analysis, evaluation and critical thinking.
What you need to get on
• An Attainment 8 (as defined by the DfE) score “Attainment 8” of 55.0 or greater. • Passes at Grades 4-9 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics. • Students wishing to study more than two of the subjects: Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Economics or Psychology at Advanced Level GCE will need to achieve an Attainment 8 score of 65.0 or greater.
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 King's School
Brook Street, Grantham, NG31 6RP
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Grantham
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