EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Psychology
Qualification summary
A level specifications in a science subject encourage students to:
a) develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers in the subject
b) appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society
c) develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How science works
b) develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other.
Within Edexcel A level Psychology these aims will be achieved through study of five distinct approaches to the subject in the advanced subsidiary units. Within these units students are required to take part in practical activities which suppliment their understanding. The approaches each include key content areas and also focus on methodological issues, contemporary issues, studies and practical activities.
In A2 students study three applications of the subject drawing on the approaches and gaining understanding of the key debates within psychology. The aim is for students to take part in these debates and thus learn psychology through active engagement. Unit 4 allows students to take a synoptic approach to the subject drawing on approaches and applications.
Qualification details
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This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment. Students may progress to the full A level in this subject from this qualification.
No specific job occupation
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02 Science and Mathematics
All AS units are assessed through independent assessment
Students must complete both units.
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M/500/7044 - Social and Cognitive Psychology
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 40.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Written Examination.
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T/500/7045 - Understanding the individual
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 60.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Written Examination.