Full Time Psychology AS/A2

Psychology AS/A2
Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behaviour, attempting to explain why people behave in the ways they do. You will discover and analyse what psychologists have found out about key issues such as the structure of memory, the functions of dreams, the cause of eating disorders and the development of cognitive skills.

This course combines fascinating content with scientific rigour and combines equally well with science, arts or humanities subjects.

What will I study?
AS: In the first year you will study major debates in the areas of Cognitive, Biological, Behavioural, Psychoanalytic and Social Psychology as well as research methods and statistics. In addition you will discover how psychologists investigate behaviour and have the opportunity to design your own studies.

A2: In the second year you will build on the skills and knowledge developed at AS by focusing on the application of psychology within an exciting range of applied contexts. These include clinical, criminal and child psychology as well as developing a more detailed understanding of methods and statistics.

How will I be assessed?
AS: 2 written exams at the end of year one.

A2: 2 written exams at the end of year two.

What can I do next?
Psychology is one of the fastest growing subjects in Higher Education. A Level Psychology is not a requirement for a degree, but will give you a useful insight into the subject. The subject is also beneficial for work in marketing, education, nursing, advertising, social work, personnel and public services.