A Level

Psychology

Course type
Level 3
Awarding Body
AQA (Specification A)
Duration
2 years

Introduction to Psychology

A fascinating subject with a rigorous and scientific approach. Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and experience. This stimulating subject combines fascinating content with a rigorous and scientific approach to investigation. It has recently undergone a huge growth in popularity.

Entry requirements

Subject grades
GCSE grade 6 in English Language or English Literature, and 6 in Mathematics or one Science.
Required Admissions Score
The indicative Minimum Entry Admissions Score for Psychology is 58.

About the Course

This course covers a broad range of topics from learning about why we are more likely to obey those in uniform to the multifaceted approach to explaining schizophrenia, alongside why some people become criminals and others don’t! And, what happens when you cut someone’s brain in half?

You will develop your ability to formulate an argument by presenting and critically evaluating research evidence. Assessment includes short structured questions and longer essay style questions. Psychology continues to grow in popularity for both A level and undergraduate study, with an average twenty five percent of Hills Road Psychology students continuing with the subject or a related degree.

2023 Psychology A level results

43% of our students achieved A* to A

75% of our students achieved A* to B

100% of our students achieved A* to E

Course information

Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour and experience. This stimulating subject combines fascinating content with a rigorous and scientific approach to investigation. It has recently undergone a huge growth in popularity, both as a choice for A level and undergraduate study. The course aims to develop an academic understanding of the subject and an appreciation of its impact on people’s daily lives.