Psychology

PSYCHOLOGY
AS and A2 Level

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
5 GCSEs A* - C grades including a C in English Language and Mathematics and C grades in two other GCSE written subjects eg English Literature, History, RE and Sociology.

CONTENT
Unit 1: Attachment, Memory and Research Methods
Unit 2: Abnormality and Stress
Unit 3: Aggression, Relationships and Gender
Unit 4: Psychopathology

ASSESSMENT
There are 4 external examinations. Units 1 and 2 are sat in the Lower Sixth Year (AS). Units 3 and 4 are sat in the Upper Sixth Year (A2).

USEFULNESS FOR THE FUTURE
Psychology is particularly useful for many careers including the Police, social work, medicine, teaching, management and industry.