Psychology is the study of the mind and human behaviour and gives a complete insight into the way people think, behave and evaluate. It includes five core areas (biological, cognitive, social, behaviourist, psychodynamic) and students will learn about human behaviour from these different perspectives. Summary of course content: The AS course follows the AQA specification A syllabus, completing modules on Cognitive and Developmental Psychology, Physiological Psychology and Individual Differences, Social Psychology and Research Methods. There is no coursework element to the AS course. It is an interesting course covering theories, studies and the critical issues of eyewitness testimony, daycare, psychological therapies, stress management and ethics in psychological research. The AS examination is based on a modular structure comprising of two compulsory assessment units (papers) both of 1.5 hours in length. Paper 1 covers Cognitive and Developmental Psychology and Research Methods and paper 2 covers Physiological Psychology, Individual differences and Social Psychology. Candidates will achieve an accumulated score with grades A-E. At A2 students cover more specific topics such as Aggression, Eating Behaviours, Gender, Sleep and sleep disorders, Schizophrenia, Addiction and Media. At A2 there are two exams. Generally, students find Psychology an intriguing, challenging subject that gives them fantastic insight into their biology (human nature) and the impact society has on their behaviour. After all Psychology is life!
Name: Psychology GCEA Qualification title: External Awarded Qualification GCE A/AS Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Assessment is through written examination. Awarding AQA Created 20161014 14:55:26 Updated 20161014 14:55:26
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