Psychology A Level

Psychology A Level

This A Level is included within the following A Level pathways as a Recommended Core subject: Business and Entrepreneurship; Social Sciences; STEM and Healthcare. It is included in the following pathways as a Recommended Additional Subject: Creative Studies; English and Communications; Law and Legal; Medical Health. However, you can take Psychology with any A Level/equivalent combination, there is plenty of choice and flexibility.

Psychology is the study of human behaviour. During this exciting course, we will consider how we become the people we are and how we are influenced by our experiences. You will also study the process of development and memory, how the brain functions and controls our behaviour, and why people become criminals.

You will design experiments, conduct research, analyse results and draw conclusions – all essential skills to support you with your career journey ahead.

You will study the course for 4.5 hours a week in the first year and 5 hours a week in the second year. You should expect to spend an additional 4.5 hours per week on homework and private study. Mock exams are held during the first year (in February/March), but do not count towards the final A Level. Exams for the whole A level are held in May or June of the second year.