PSYCHOLOGY

KS5

Psychology is the understanding of psychological concepts, theories, research studies and ethical issues. Areas of focus include; Social influence, Memory, Attachment, Biopsychology, Psychopathology and Research Methods.

SUBJECT CONTENT

Year 13

AS – Paper One (25%)

Social Influence
Memory
Attachment

1 hour 30 mins external examination and will include an assessment of fieldwork.

AS - Paper Two (25%)

Approaches in Psychology
Psychopathology
Research Methods

1 hour 30 minutes external examination paper and will include an assessment of skills and techniques.

Year 14

A2 Paper One (33.3%)

Social Influence
Memory
Attachment
Psychopathology

2 hours external examination paper.

A2 Paper Two – (33.3%)

Approaches in Psychology
Psychopathology
Research Methods

2 hours external examinations paper.

A2 Paper Three – (33.3%)

Issues and debates in Psychology
Cognition and Development
Schizophrenia
Aggression

2 hours external examinations paper.

METHOD OF ASSESSMENT: Exam: 100%

The AS and Advanced GCE Psychology course is assessed by external assessment only. There is no coursework element to the course.

RECOMMENDED SUBJECTS/GRADES

AT G.C.S.E.

GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above are compulsory.
GCSE Double Award Science at grade CC is compulsory.

OTHER CONTRIBUTORY SUBJECTS

GCSE passes in Sociology & Childcare are desirable.

OTHER INFORMATION

Psychology provides students with knowledge and transferable skills needed for your future. It is a subject that is highly regarded by employers because of the wide range of skills that are involved, meaning that you will have access to a variety of careers.

Career possibilities include teaching, forensics, criminology, counselling, market research, social work, nursing, advertising, sales, personnel management and careers guidance are all areas for which a psychology degree will provide a good basis.