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PSYCHOLOGY Qualification: AS/A Level Course Content The subject of Psychology will introduce students to a broad range of topics, including how society may affect our behaviour, how memories are formed, eating disorders occur and detailed understanding of conditions such as Schizophrenia. This course of study comprises of two written units at AS and two at A-level, with no coursework. The emphasis is on applying knowledge and understanding, thereby developing students’ transferable skills of analysis, evaluation and critical thinking. The AS course offers both a wide and stimulating range of topics leading the students to evaluate the evidence against the research methods in context. From the very beginning the Psychology specification provides students with the opportunity to develop analytical skills, write essays and psychological reports. They will also develop their mathematical knowledge and research skills. These skills are all relevant and transferable to higher education courses of study or to the workplace. At A Level there is a range of topic based options which bring together explanations from different approaches and engage students in issues and debates in contemporary Psychology. Again focusing on the students learning transferable skills for their futures. Year 1 - AS examination Unit 1 – PSYA1; 1 hour 30 minutes 50% of the total AS marks Structured compulsory questions based on Social Influence, Memory and Attachment. Questions include short answer, multiple choice and extended writing. Unit 2 – PSYA2; 1 hour 30 minutes 50% of the total AS marks Three compulsory structured questions, one based on approaches in Psychology, Psychopathology and Research Methods Years 1 and 2 - A Level Examinations Units 1 and Unit 2 as above, 33.33% each of the total A Level marks (AS grades do not count towards the final assessment) Unit 3 – PSYA; 2 hours 33.33% of the total A-level marks Issues and debates in psychology. One option from Relationships, gender, cognition and development One option from Schizophrenia, eating behaviour and stress One option from Aggression, forensic psychology and addiction Questions include short answer, multiple choice and extended writing What Could I Do Next? Psychology is the science of mind, behaviour, and experience. By studying this course pupils will obtain an excellent introduction to the key areas of psychology. The A level in Psychology is an excellent course for pupils who may consider studying at a higher level or for those simply wishing to study one of the most popular A level courses. Psychology lies at the intersection of many other different disciplines, including biology, medicine, linguistics, philosophy, anthropology, and sociology. For example, neuropsychology is allied with biology, since the aim is to map different areas of the brain and explain how each underpins different brain functions like memory or language. Other branches of psychology are more closely connected with medicine. Health psychologists help people manage disease and pain. Similarly, clinical psychologists help alleviate the suffering caused by mental disorders. Entry Requirements Minimum grades BB in English and maths are essential. 22
SOCIOLOGY Qualification: AS/A Level Course Content Studying Sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps you develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around culture, religion, identity, crime, childhood and social power. More than once in this course you are bound to ask yourself the question ‘Why have we developed like this?’ AS - 1 Year Stand-alone Paper 1 : • Education with Theory and Methods in context • 1½ hour written exam • 50% of AS Level Paper 2 : • Families and Households and Global Development • 1½ hour written exam • 50% of AS Level A Level - Years 1 and 2 Paper 1 : • Education with Theory and Methods • A Level Sociology • 33.33% of A Level Paper 2 : • Families and Households and Global Development • 2 hour written exam • 33.33% of A Level Paper 3: • Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods • 2 hour written exam • 33.33% of A Level What could I do next? Sociology is a great choice of subject for people who want a career in social work, useful in a number of other careers, like marketing, advertising, public relations, journalism or law. Sociology complements the study of Psychology, English and Media Studies. SPANISH Qualification: AS/A Level Course Content The course focuses on all four skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking. It is taught be topic, drawing on current affairs, social, moral and political issues. AS - Year 1* You will follow the AQA specification and study a broad range of topic areas such as technological and social change as well as highlights of Hispanic artistic culture, including a focus on Spanish regional identity. You will also explore the influence of the past on present-day Spanishspeaking communities. Throughout your studies, you will learn the language in the context of Spanish-speaking countries and the issues and influences which have shaped them. As part of the course, you will also study a text or a film. As well as time spent in lessons, you will be allocated a time slot with a Spanish assistant to practise spoken Spanish. A Level - Years 1 and 2* This course covers topics as per the AS modules whilst also exploring multiculturalism of the Hispanic world and the political landscape including a focus on young people and their political engagement. You will study a film and a text as well as having the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of your choice. *Course content is subject to confirmation by the Examination Board. How will I be assessed? The AS course has three exams sat in the summer covering content from all aspects of the course. Paper 1 (40%) is Listening, Reading and Writing, Paper 2 (30%) is Writing and Paper 3 (30%) is Speaking. The A Level course has three exams sat in the summer covering content from all aspects of the course. Paper 1 (40%) is Listening, Reading and Writing, Paper 2 (30%) is Writing and Paper 3 (30%) is Speaking. AS grades do not count towards the final qualification. What could I do next? Spanish is a subject in Higher Education which combines with many future career paths. Languages graduates have gone on to careers in journalism, ICT, teaching, law, the arts world, the civil service, politics, banking and business. Entry Requirements Study of Spanish at GCSE is essential unless you have a parent who is a native speaker. Good literacy skills and some knowledge of current affairs are required. You must achieve at least a Grade B in Spanish at GCSE although an A is preferable. 23
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