GCSE Psychology

GCSE Psychology is a course that introduces students to the fundamental principles and concepts of psychology, providing an understanding of human behavior and the mind. The Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) in Psychology consists of two externally examined papers.  

 

Aims and Objectives: 

 

Use Specialist Vocabulary and Concepts: Students should be able to use specialized vocabulary, psychological concepts, terminology, and conventions to engage in psychological inquiry. This means they should become proficient in the language and terminology used in psychology. 

 

Acquire Knowledge and Understanding: Students are expected to acquire knowledge and understanding of psychology, including an understanding of themselves and others. This knowledge should help explain everyday social phenomena. 

 

Understand Psychological Research: Students should grasp how psychological research is conducted, including the role of scientific methods and data analysis. This involves understanding the research process and how data is collected and analysed in psychology. 

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Critical Thinking and Argumentation: Students should be able to present information, develop arguments, and draw conclusions using a critical approach to psychological evidence. This aims to develop their skills as reflective thinkers. 

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Ethical Awareness: Students should develop an understanding of the ethical issues in psychology. This includes recognizing the ethical considerations and responsibilities in psychological research and practice. 

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Psychological Issues and Diversity: Students are expected to understand psychological issues and how psychology contributes to individual, social, and cultural diversity. This means recognizing the impact of psychology on different aspects of society and human experience. 

 

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Knowledge and Understanding: 

The knowledge and understanding that students are expected to gain from the qualification include the following core areas of psychology: 

 

Biological: Understanding biological concepts in psychology, such as neuroscience and genetics, and how they contribute to behavior. 

 

Cognitive: Understanding thought, information processing, and mental processes as contributors to behavior. 

 

Social: Understanding the social area of psychology, including the impact of social and environmental factors on behavior and the influence of groups. 

 

Developmental: Understanding how individuals change throughout their lives, with a focus on childhood, and how both nature (genetics) and nurture (environment) can affect individuals. 

 

Individual Differences: Understanding the complex nature of human behavior and experiences and exploring why and how people are different from one another. 

Students are also expected to understand: 

 

Debates in Psychology: Including debates like "reductionism/holism" and "nature/nurture," which are fundamental to understanding different approaches in psychology. 

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Historical and Conceptual Development: How psychological knowledge and ideas have evolved over time and how they inform our understanding of behavior today. 

 

Interrelationships: Recognizing the interrelationships among the core areas of psychology and how they connect to each other. 

 

Research Methods: Understanding the various research methods used in psychology to investigate and understand behavior and mental processes. 

 

Overall, this qualification aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychology, its various subfields, research methods, ethical considerations, and its relevance to the broader social and cultural context. It also encourages critical thinking, argumentation, and the ability to apply psychological knowledge to real-world situations. 

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GCSE Course Fees 

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GCSE Psychology Course in one year.

​Classes take place weekdays between 4-8pm during term time and are 2h duration.

Pay monthly or benefit from FREE classes by paying the Year in advance.

 

Pay Monthly in advance: ​£260 per month

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Pay Year in advance: 1 month FREE

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