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Welcome to Psychology
Course Details
Why choose this course?
Choosing OCR A Level Psychology offers students a fascinating opportunity to explore how the human mind works and why people behave the way they do. The course introduces key approaches and research methods used by psychologists, covering areas such as memory, social influence, mental health, and biological psychology. Through studying real-life case studies and classic experiments, students develop strong analytical and critical thinking skills as they evaluate theories, interpret data, and consider ethical implications. OCR’s emphasis on scientific research methods also helps learners build confidence in designing investigations and drawing evidence-based conclusions. Ultimately, this course not only deepens understanding of human behaviour but also equips students with transferable skills valuable for higher education and a wide range of careers, from healthcare and education to business and law.
Course Content/Main Topics
The OCR course is split into two years’ worth of content
Year 1 –
• Research methods
• Core studies (15)
• Areas, perspectives and debates
Year 2 -
• Issues in mental health
• Criminal psychology
• Child psychology
Careers and Higher Education
An A Level in Psychology opens doors to a wide range of higher education opportunities and careers. Many students go on to study psychology, criminology, sociology, or other social sciences at university, while others pursue fields such as medicine, law, business, or education. Employers and universities highly value applicants with a psychological background because it demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Understanding human behaviour and decision-making is an asset in almost any career — from clinical and forensic psychology to marketing, management, social work, and beyond — making Psychology A Level a smart and versatile choice for the future.
Qualification
A Level
Assessment
100% examination for all modules.
Entry Requirements
A Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics is required to study A Level Psychology
Miss E Ford
eford@kinverhigh.co.uk
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