Psychology

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Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour. Psychologists observe and record how people and other animals relate to one another and to the environment. They look for patterns that will help them understand and predict behaviour, and they use scientific methods to test their ideas. A LEVEL course content: Social influence Memory Attachment Psychopathology Approaches in Psychology Biopsychology Research methods Issues and debates in psychology Relationships Schizophrenia Addiction Students will be expected to analyse, interpret and evaluate psychological concepts, theories, research studies and Research Methods during A level Psychology. The vast array of topics available will provide fascinating areas of study including, why sleep is important, what causes schizophrenia and are people predisposed to become an addict? In addition, students will be expected to evaluate therapies and treatments including their appropriateness and how effective they are.Psychology is relevant to a range of different careers including medicine, advertising, marketing, teaching, social work and management. Careers specifically related to psychology include clinical, educational, occupational, child, and forensic psychology for which you will study further for a doctorate.

Course information

Name: Psychology Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Psychology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment This qualification is linear, which means that students will sit two AS exams at the end of their AS course and three A level exams at the end of their A level course. 10% of the overall assessment of Psychology will contain maths skills equivalent to GCSE grade C or above and 25-30% of the overall assessment will assess knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to research methods. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20161116 11:05:52 Updated 20161116 11:05:52

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Joseph Rowntree School
Voluntary Controlled School
joseph.rowntree@york.gov.uk
01904 552100
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Address

Haxby Road
New Earswick Town: York County:North Yorkshire