Key Stage 5 Psychology
Exam Board and Specification
We follow the AQA A Level specification, which is examined over three exams at the end of Year 13.
Topics/Skills Taught
Year 12
- Approaches to psychology
- Attachment
- Biopsychology
- Memory
- Psychopathology
- Research methods
- Social Influence
Year 13
- Forensic psychology
- Gender
- Issues and debates in psychology
- Research methods
- Schizophrenia
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
As psychology is a far-reaching subject, we encourage and support all students to take part in wider reading and seek out appropriate opportunities for extra-curricular activities including essay competitions and revision webinars.