The new A Level qualification offers an engaging and effective introduction to Psychology. Students will learn the fundamentals of the subject and develop skills valued by Higher Education and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking and research. The subject encourages students to study and evaluate the methods and value of a variety of different aspects of psychological study. Psychology builds on skills developed in the sciences and humanities, and enables progression into a wide range of other subjects. The new A level is made up of some compulsory content and some options. There are three two hour papers. Each topic is worth 24 marks. Paper 1 – Introductory Topics in Psychology (all topics are compulsory) 1 Social influence 2 Memory 3 Attachment 4 Psychopathology Paper 2- Psychology in Context (all topics are compulsory) 5 Approaches in Psychology 6 Biopsychology 7 Research methods Paper 3 – Issues and Options in Psychology Issues and Debates in Psychology is the compulsory topic in this exam. Students will also sit questions on three other sections: 8 Gender 9 Schizophrenia 10 Forensic Psychology
Name: A Level in Psychology Qualification title: GCE A Level in Psychology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Exam Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150921 10:02:20 Updated 20161017 13:41:18
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