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Psychology is the study of the human mind and behaviour. It explores key societal questions, such as why we conform to rules or obey authority figures. A Level Psychology develops your knowledge of psychological approaches, theories, concepts and methods, along with how the science of psychology works.

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In year one, you will study the major approaches to psychology, including exploring key items of research, investigating studies related to that topic and uncovering how research is conducted in that area of psychology. You will use statistical tests to help interpret data collected in class exercises.

Year two gives you an opportunity to study some uses of psychology in the real world. You will discover how the approaches you have studied come together to explain human behaviour.

What do I need?

Grade 9-5 in GCSE Maths, grade 9-5 in science (2 separate subjects or a minimum of grade 9-5 in GCSE Combined Science) and grade 9-5 in an essay subject (GCSE English, GCSE History or GCSE RS).

What next?

A Level Psychology can lead to degree courses including psychology, pharmacy, nursing, social work, counselling, business, personnel and teaching. Possible career routes include specialist areas of psychology, such as clinical, forensic, occupational and health.

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Did you know?

No one born blind has ever been diagnosed with schizophrenia.