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Psychology (GCEA)

at Loxford School, Ilford · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Psychology is a social science that offers students the opportunity to investigate the motivations behind the human mind. Through their study of Psychology A Level, students develop knowledge and understanding of key psychological concepts, theories and studies. Students also develop the skills of analysis and evaluation, which they will demonstrate in essay writing, as well as knowledge of how psychologists conduct their research and the ethical issues involved in this. Psychologists at Loxford will cover a range of topics including memory, attachment, social influence, and abnormality. How will I be assessed? There is no coursework component for Psychology A level. Assessment is 100% examinations.

What you need to get on

To study any combination of 3 A levels, you must have at least 5 GCSE grades above a level 5, including English and Maths.

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

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