A Level Psychology (including exam)

Key Points

• Develop your understanding of cognitive behavioural therapy, operant conditioning, and more.
• Learn about Milgram and his work on authority, as well as Pavlov and his dog… ding!
• Understand the relationship between nature and nurture.

• AQA exam included (AQA Specification: 7182).
• Email support with a tutor to assist you when you get stuck.
• No waiting – start learning as soon as you enrol.

Studying Your A Level

A Level Psychology allows you to explore the complexities of the human mind, emotions and behaviours.

Through your learning, you’ll develop an understanding of the many variables that influence the human psyche.

As part of your A Levels, you’ll study biopsychology, psychopathology and social influence. Each fascinating topic you cover will have you examining ethical issues, analysing and interpreting psychological concepts and evaluating treatments.

This course will give you a solid foundation to prepare for university-level study in psychology or related subjects.

The course is designed in line with AQA syllabus to prepare you for your exam.

You will have 3 exams to complete to receive your qualification. The exams contain multiple-choice, short answers and extended writing.

Your exams will be at an exam centre near to you. We will aim to find you a place within 50 miles of your postcode, subject to centre capacity and exam availability. 

Throughout your exam, you’ll be expected to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of psychological concepts, theories and research methods.

Getting Started

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading online learning providers.

Online learning provides a way to get back into education without affecting your current schedule. You won’t have to rearrange your other commitments to attend a class as there are no classes to attend. 

The only specific deadline to work towards is your exam – exam sittings are held once per year in May or June.

However, that doesn’t mean you’ll be completely alone. Our tutors are available to provide support through your studies.

An A Level Psychology course opens you up to the fascinating world of psychology. With further studies, you can find yourself in a rewarding career such as Occupational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist or Counselling.

As you progress through your course, you will study the following modules:

• Introduction to Psychology
• Social influence
• Memory
• Attachment
• Psychopathology
• Approaches in Psychology
• Biopsychology 
• Research methods
• Issues and debates in Psychology
• Option 1 - Relationships, Gender, Cognition & Development
• Option 2 - Schizophrenia, Eating behaviour, Stress
• Option 3 - Aggression, Forensic Psychology, Addiction

At the end of each unit you will find an end of unit assignment. This is completed online and submitted to your tutor. Once assessed your tutor will return your work complete with its final grade and feedback. Once you’ve successfully passed each unit you’ll be ready to take your exam!