Psychology A Level
What does the course involve?
The scientific study of the human mind and behaviour. You will look at how behaviour is determined and influenced from social to biological perspectives with a heavy emphasis on scientific research methods.
• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Learning Theories
Practical-based reports and enquiries will form the basis of your research project, and these include student interviews and observations. This is probably the first time you will experience autonomous learning, truly answer those burning questions and understand your mind and those around you. Psychology complements all science, sociology, English and health and social care courses.
Course Outline
Components of Course
9 Topics:
• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Biological Psychology
• Learning Theories
• Clinical Psychology
• Criminological Psychology
• Child Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Psychological Skill
Assessment
Your work will be assessed regularly throughout the course via directed study, class tests and major assessments at key times throughout the year.
Coursework
No Coursework. 100% Examination
Examination 100%
At the end of year 2. 3 Exam papers, 2 hours each.
Each exam question contains questions on year 1 and year 2 work.
Exam Board
Edexcel
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, with at least two at grade 6. You should have Maths and English at grade 5.
Studying Psychology gives you a broad range of skills that span both science and the arts and opens up opportunities with a variety of employers ranging from multi-national companies to privately run businesses and work within the health sector. Jobs directly related to your degree include: clinical psychologist, counselling psychologist, educational psychologist, forensic psychologist, further education teacher, health psychologist, occupational psychologist, primary care graduate mental health worker, psychological wellbeing practitioner and sport and exercise psychologist. Business and marketing are other career areas where Psychology students have a real advantage.
Cadbury Sixth Form College has an excellent reputation for being one of the very best sixth form colleges in Birmingham, offering an innovative learning experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the college allocate places to students?
All applicants will be invited to attend an admissions interview. An offer of a place to study at Cadbury Sixth Form College is made subject to you meeting the College's standard entry grade requirements.How much does it cost to study at Cadbury Sixth Form College?
There are no tuition fees for 16-18 year-olds. Students are asked to pay a £25 book deposit when they enrol at the college, however this is returned at the end of the two years of study when all books and resources have been returned to the college. Some subjects will offer field trips which may impose some additional costs, however these costs will be kept to a minimum and these field trips are not compulsory.When does enrolment take place?
Enrolment takes place from GCSE Results Day. Further details about enrolment and a date/time for your individual appointment will be sent to you in a letter over the summer holiday. Enrolment takes on average 1-2 hours.Get in Touch
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