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Full-Time & A Level Courses

Psychology A Level

Level 3

Course code: AG3375K
Type: Full Time, A Level & T Level > A Level
Subject area: A Levels,Humanities & Social Sciences
Location: Ludlow
Additional Costs - £20.00

This charge identified is applicable to learners aged 16-18 who qualify for funding. Learners aged 19+ will have to pay this charge and possibly tuition and exam fees. This will depend on the course and any prior qualifications. For further information, please refer to the fees page of our website https://hlnsc.ac.uk/fees/fees-guidance/

* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.

About the course

Psychology is scientific study of the mind. It looks at how individuals think, what they do and the way they are affected by their biological make-up and the wider social group. It requires a broad range of skills including good written communication skills, a retentive memory and analysis of research methods, studies and theories.

Why choose us

Psychology provides many transferable skills – conflict resolution, enhanced understanding of others and self, and improved communication skills. A high proportion of students go on to study a related degree at university. 100% pass rate achieved since 2017.

What you could do next

Psychology students go on to courses such as Forensic Psychology, Social Science, Criminology, Health Studies and Neuroscience as well as further study in Psychology. The opportunities in the job market are wide ranging. Graduates in Psychology pursue careers in just about anything involving people, and work in fields such as therapy, education, business, rehabilitation, crime and medicine.

Popular modules

  • Social Influence

  • Attachment

  • Psychopathology

  • Addiction

Assessment methods

Assessment will be via 3 external written Exams

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) with a preferred grade 5 (grade B) in English, Mathematics and Science.