Psychology GCSE
GCSE
Distance
Description
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Type
GCSE
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
200h
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Start date
Different dates available
This course has been specifically written to meet the requirements of GCSE examinations. The GCSE examination now requires a greater application of knowledge and the course. therefore includes test questions designed to encourage students to engage in their own research and also to apply knowledge at each stage to that which they have gained earlier in the course. Suitable for: Anyone interested in improving the level of their knowledge of Psychology
Important information
Government funding available
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Subjects
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Psychology of Learning
- Scientific unit
- Memory Improvement
- Psychology of Teaching
- Social Skills
- Communication Skills
- Communication Training
- Community Education
Course programme
Each lesson of the psychology GCSE begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study. Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment questions, and there is guidance for the preparation of coursework and a large number of simply drawn and easy-to-copy illustrations. There are eight tutor-marked assignments, including one practice exam paper. No previous knowledge of the subject is assumed or required. Key Topics CoveredThe course covers the entire syllabus in eight modules:
- Introduction to psychology
- Emotion
- Perception
- Memory
- Learning
- The Development of Social Behavior
- Social Perception
- Social Influence The Syllabus Our Psychology GCSE course prepares students for AQA GCSE Psychology syllabus 3181, for exams in 2008 and later years. Assessment is by one written paper (80%) and coursework (20%). We have chosen this syllabus as it is the most suited to distance learning. Coursework Distance Learning students are required to submit a report of about 1000 words on a practical investigation. Guidance is given in the course..
Additional information
Students per class: 350
Psychology GCSE