A-Level Psychology

Course Code: AL103
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

This A-Level Psychology home study course is a fascinating insight in to modern law and techniques. Law is both a fascinating and challenging subject. It affects every aspect of our daily lives. It is an ideal subject for someone with a logical mind, who likes research and attention to detail.

Course Content

AS Level
- Biopsychology, Research and Gender
- Social & Cognitive Psychology and Individual Differences
- Practical Investigations
A2 Level
- Child Development and Applied Psychology
- Perspectives, Methods and Debates
- Practical Investigations and Revision

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manuals and study guide plus tutor support by telephones, mail or email. Your A-level course materials will be sent out in the post and once you enrol on this A-Level course, you will receive a welcome telephone call from your course tutor who will spend some time talking you through the course.

Qualifications

This course prepares students for the AQA Psychology AS level syllabus 1186 (Specification B), for examination from summer 2010. Most candidates will then study the AQA Psychology A2 level syllabus 2186 (Specification B) for examination from summer 2010 onwards. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the most suited to distance learning.

Assessment at AS level is by two written papers of 1h 30, each contributing 25% of the final mark. Assessment at A2 level is by two written papers.

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You will need to have a reasonable grade GCSE or "O" Level in Pyschology as the concepts in the A-Level Pyschology course follow on and use some of the knowledge you will have gained.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 24 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines – this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Learning documentation and course materials
Unlimited tutor support
A stationery pack is also provided including paper, envelopes, pens and folders
FREE quality record bag to keep all of your home learning materials in

Q: Is there a required reading list?

Yes, you will be required to study from the following textbooks:

Introducing Psychology; Approaches, Topics and Methods, Pennington et al, Hodder and Stoughton, ISBN: 0340847786
Advanced Pyschology; Child Development, Perspective and Methods, Pennington et al, Hodder and Stoughton, ISBN: 0340859342
Advanced Psychology; Atypical Behaviour, Lynda Turner, Hodder and Stoughton, ISBN: 0340859334

Textbooks can be purchased from any good bookshop or you can purchase them directly from us.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

Yes, you will need to take the standard A-Level examinations in order to fully complete this course. The examinations run on specific dates which can be obtained by visiting the AQA website. You will be required to book these examinations yourself and so we can provide a list of over 400 A-Level test centres around the country.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

You will need to purchase the books listed above, would also recommend that you obtain a good quality scientific calculator and you will generally be required to pay a small fee to take your examinations at the examining centre that you choose.

Q: What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study this A-Level course. You will however be required to take the examinations within the UK as this is the only reliable way to access you.

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Every student is issued with envelopes in order to return your completed work to us. Once we receive your coursework we will mark it and return it to you.