Psychology A Level

This is a wide-ranging course covering topics such as "nature vs. nurture", the influence of infant-caregiver relationships on people's lives, how our memory works (or doesn't).

You will also learn about the role of biology in influencing our behaviour, set against psychological explanations for mental health issues from depression to phobias.

You will also study how culture and gender influence our ways of thinking. Throughout the course you will also be learning about how to plan, conduct and analyse research in psychology.

• You must satisfy the general entry criteria for A Level courses, which are based on your GCSE results.
• In addition, you must achieve at least a grade B and a grade C in at least two written subjects, e.g. History, Geography, Humanities, English Literature, Business, Religious Education full course, English Language.

International students:

• Equivalent overseas qualifications will be considered.
• IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill) or equivalent.

Assessment is by coursework and by end of year exams.

This is an ideal course for students who wish to study Social Sciences or Psychology at University or Higher Level.