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BackWELCOME
Psychology is taught at A-Level to Years 12-13. Taking Psychology at A-Level is of course an excellent base for those considering a Psychology-related university course or career, but includes many transferrable skills for other options such as evaluation and analysis, scientific research methods including statistical analysis, problem-solving and written communication.
- Miss Maiden, Head of Psychology
WHAT WE DO
Psychology is a vast subject, and in lessons we explore the prominent theories in the field, apply these to real-world examples and evaluate the extent to which the theories are valid explanations of thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Students are encouraged to pursue their particular interests in the subject through the enrichment dashboard and their scholarship logs. Study periods are used to consolidate knowledge and prepare for covering upcoming content in lessons.
Sixth Form Subject Ambassadors run a Psychology Club for the lower school during period 3 3/4; this gives the opportunity to explore the more ‘pop’ side of Psychology through games, quizzes and so on.
The upper years curriculum will involve the following:
| Year 12 | Year 13 | |
|---|---|---|
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Autumn Term |
Research Methods, Memory and Attachment |
Schizophrenia and Biopsychology |
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Spring Term |
Attachment, Approaches in Psychology and Clinical Psychology |
Aggression and Issues and Debates |
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Summer Term |
Attachment, Clinical Psychology and Social Influence |
Relationships |
