Entry Requirements:

For external applicants:
To access this course, you are required to:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (including English and Maths)
• The required QoE score
• Demonstrate how you have previously had good attendance and punctuality and a good attitude to learning

For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:

• Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
• Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
• Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
• Show a consistently positive attitude to learning

What will I learn?

During this course you will study:

• Social psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Biological psychology
• Learning theories
• Clinical psychology
• Child psychology
• Psychological skills

What skills will I gain?

By studying this course you will:

• Develop your understanding of the scientific nature of psychology
• Learn how the mind works and human behaviour
• Develop an appreciation for the skills, knowledge and understanding of psychology
• Develop your confidence as an effective and independent learner with an ability to think critically and reflectively with an enquiring mind
• Understand how psychology is applied to child, criminological and clinical psychology
• Improve your skills in data analysis, information technology and problem solving
• Gain valuable team working and communication skills by taking part in practical experiments

How will I be assessed?

This is an exam based course and you will sit three exams at the end of the two years.

What can I do next?

The skills you will learn from this course will enable you to:

• Pursue a career in teaching, human resources, police force, counseling, probation services, social work, marketing and nursing
• Progress on to Higher Education or apprenticeships