At least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths at grade 5 or above and English Language and a Science at grade 4 or above.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
Psychology helps you explore behaviour, thinking and mental processes through scientific study. You’ll learn about memory, attachment, biopsychology, research methods and optional topics such as gender, schizophrenia or forensic psychology. This helps build confidence, motivation and strong independent learning habits. You’ll develop practical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills.
Further information
Perfect for learners who want to understand people and enjoy science, discussion and research. Psychology fits well with Biology, Sociology, PE, Health or Humanities and supports many people-focused career paths.
- Biopsychology: brain systems and responses with applied examples through real scenarios
- Core topics: memory, attachment and social influence with applied examples through real scenarios
- Issues and debates: nature-nurture, culture and bias with applied examples through real scenarios
- Optional units: gender, schizophrenia or forensic psychology with applied examples
- Research methods: experiments, ethics and analysis with applied examples through real scenarios
Psychology leads to degrees in psychology, health, education, sport or social sciences. Careers include therapy, nursing, teaching, coaching, research and roles involving people and behaviour.
Lessons use investigations, debates, group work and presentations. Assessment is through three written exams focusing on explanation, application and evaluation of psychological research.
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