Download - Middlesbrough College

Psychology
Religious Studies with
Philosophy and Ethics
NEW FOR
2013
AS / A LEVEL
D121
What does the course involve?
Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour of individuals.
It is an interesting subject which is suitable for a diverse
range of career paths. This course will allow you to develop an
understanding of psychological terms and concepts and apply
psychological theories to examples of human behaviour.
Standard Entry Requirements
See page 9 for details.
How will I be assessed
AS Psychology is assessed through two written exams (1.5 hours
each). One is taken in January and one in the summer. Each
exam contributes 50% of the AS and 25% of the A2 grade. A2
Psychology is assessed through two longer written exams (2
hours each), one is in January and one in the summer. Each exam
contributes to 25% of the A2 grade.
What can I do after the course?
There are numerous options available but most of our learners
go on to study at Universities across the country. Some take this
subject further with a Psychology Degree, while others find it
useful because it crops up in other disciplines such as Teaching,
Nursing etc. The analytical skills and research methods are very
useful in any Science based degree too.
AS / A LEVEL
D122
What does the course involve?
This course offers an academic approach to the study of religion
and is accessible to students of any religious persuasion or none.
It encourages you to adopt an enquiring, critical and reflective
approach to the study of religion. You will study Religion and
Ethics as well as the Philosophy of Religion and will consider the
Life, Death and Beyond in the second year.
Standard Entry Requirements
See page 9 for details.
How will I be assessed
There are two written exams - one in January and one in June.
Each exam is weighted 50% of the qualification and lasts one hour
and 15 minutes.
What can I do after the course?
Students who take this A Level often progress to a degree in
subjects such as Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, Law,
Sociology and Social Sciences.
“WE HAVE A GREAT TEACHER! WHO HAS
REALLY HELPED ME FEEL SETTLED AND I AM MAKING
GOOD PROGRESS. THERE ARE A GOOD VARIETY OF
TEACHING METHODS IN LESSON. I REALLY ENJOY THIS
LESSON AND SUBJECT”
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