psychology
Sixth Form
What are the aims of the course?
Why do we feel, think and behave the way we do? Psychology looks at such questions by studying the human mind and behaviour. It is a science with cutting-edge research that has real world applications to issues in everyday life, studying topics that include memory, psychopathology, biopsychology, relationships, schizophrenia and aggression.
What is involved?
• How to view the world around you from different perspectives
• How to plan and conduct scientific investigations
• How to analyse and interpret data
• How to use critical reasoning skills
• How to put across your point of view
• This new specification has a rigorous mathematical and scientific element that is featured in all aspects of the course, reflecting the pivotal role of science and investigation in psychology.
Why is it a useful qualification?
By studying this course you will gain an extensive academic qualification that is appropriate to a number of degrees, be it a BSc Psychology or related fields: social work, medicine, training or education.
Ms Lucy Johnson
Head of Psychology
Lucy graduated from the University of Worcester with a BSc in Psychology in 2001. She then followed her passion for Psychology and completed an MSc in Applied Occupational Psychology at Cranfield University, Bedfordshire, after which she began working as an Occupational Psychologist in the UK, utilising her qualifications in several industries, including the police.
Where Are Our Students Now?
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Amber Waite
University of Oxford - Neuroscience
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Kazal Oshodi
4 A*
University of Cambridge - Engineering
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Wen Qi Saw
4 A*
Durham University – Natural Sciences
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Aashna Acharya
3 A*
University College London - Psychology
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Syed Musa Askari
3 A*
Kings College - Law
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Amir Girgis
4 A* & 1 A
Georgia Institute of Technology – Computing
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Antoine De Mascarel
3 A* & 1 A
École Polytechnique – Engineering and Economics
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Ebani Dhawan
3 A* & 1 A
University College London – Arts and Sciences
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Scott Shepherd
3 A* & 1 A
University of Cambridge – Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
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Kathryn Dey
2 A* & 1 A
Queens University Belfast – Medicine
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Jade Gavigan
2 A* & 1 A
Durham University – Geography
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Olivia Green
2 A* & 1 A
York University – Social and Political Science
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Aakanksha Mehta
2 A* & 1 A
Northeastern University (USA) – Economics
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Rhea Raj
2 A* & 1 A
St Georges University (Grenada) - Medicine
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Sita Williams
2 A* & 1 A
University of Bristol - Maths