A Level Psychology

Assessment Objectives :

• • AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures.

  • AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures:

    • • in a theoretical context

      • in a practical context

      • when handling qualitative data

      • when handling quantitative data.

  • AO3: Analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information, ideas and evidence, including in relation to issues, to:

    • • make judgements and reach conclusions

      • develop and refine practical design and procedures.

Unit 1

• Component 1 – 2 hour exam at the end of year 13

  • • Introductory topics in psychology

    • Section A Social Influence

    • Section B Memory

    • Section C Attachment

    • Section D Psychopathology

Unit 2

• Component 2 - 2hr exam at the end of year 13

  • • Psychology in context

    • Section A approaches in Psychology

    • Section B Biopsychology

    • Section C Research methods

Unit 3

• Component 3 - 2hr exam at the end of year 13

  • • Issues and options in Psychology

    • Section A issues and debates in psychology

    • Section B Relationships

    • Section C Schizophrenia

    • Section D Forensic Psychology