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Psychology

at Rushcliffe Spencer Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Aims of the course The psychology course at A level is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to investigate the complexities of both the human brain and behaviour. Students are given the opportunity to study the large key theoretical concepts as well as important key studies that surround psychology. The course is also designed to enhance scientific and mathematical knowledge. What is the outline of the course content? Over the two years students will study the following areas of psychology: Introductory topics: social influence, attachment, memory and psychopathology. Psychology in context: The main theoretical approaches in psychology, biopsychology and research methods. Issues and options in psychology: issues and debates in psychology as well as one topic from relationships, gender or developmental. One topic from schizophrenia, eating behaviour or stress. One topic from aggression, forensic psychology or addiction. What key skills will I learn? This course allows students to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures. As well as enabling them to apply this knowledge and understanding in a theoretical and practical context using both qualitative and quantitative data. Students will be able to analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information, ideas and evidence in relation to issues, as well as make judgements and reach conclusions to develop and refine practical design and procedures. There

What you need to get on

Grade 4 GCSE in Mathematics and English Language A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 5 and above including grade 6 in the subjects selected for A Level. *To study Further Maths a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE is required A grade 5 in English is essential for accessing Business Studies, Economics, Government & Politics, Media, Philosophy & Ethics, Psychology and Sociology if you have not studied these subjects at GCSE. A grade 5 in Mathematics is essential for accessing Physics/Biology/Chemistry and also Business Studies, Computing, Economics and Product Design- if you have not studied these subjects at GCSE.

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

  • Rushcliffe School

    Boundary Road West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7BW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Nottingham

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