A-level Psychology B
Summary
This specification is designed to:
- develop candidates’ critical thinking skills
- provide students with a sound understanding of the various methods and approaches in psychology
- inspire the ability to interpret, evaluate and comment
- encourage candidates to develop an in-depth knowledge of the core topics in the specification
- allow candidates to demonstrate the ability to use scientific methodology in the context of psychology
AS outline
At AS, candidates develop a broad knowledge and understanding of the core topics of modern psychology. The topic areas have been chosen for their accessibility and popularity in previous specifications:
- PSYB1 – Introducing Psychology
- PSYB2 – Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology and Individual Differences.
A2 outline
At A2, the specification retains the popular child development options and offers candidates various applied options. The debates section provides the opportunity for extension work and high-level discussion:
- PSYB3 – Child Development and Applied Options
- PSYB4 – Approaches, Debates and Methods in Psychology.
For a full breakdown of the unit topics and assessment requirements, see the specification.
Full details
| Qualification type | A-level |
| Specification title | Psychology B |
| Course type | Full Course |
| Specification code | 2185 |
| Classification code | 1830 |
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