Distance Learning Psychology A level - The Course
The Psychology A level is split into two
major components - AS level and A2 level. The AS level can be sat in its own right.
Each lesson begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation
of its place in the overall programme of study.
Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment
questions.
The AS Level has eight tutor-marked assignments (known as TMAs). The A2 level
has a further eight TMAs.
Key Topics Covered
The course covers the seven units in eight modules of the following titles:
AS Level
The Psychology A level course covers the three units
of assessment with one module covering coursework.
The aims of the course are to introduce candidates to the basic theories
and research methods in psychology.
- Introducing Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Practical Investigation (coursework)
A2 Level
The Psychology A2 covers the three units of assessment with one module covering coursework.
- Child Development
- Atypical Behaviour
- Perspectives, Methods and Debates
- Practical Investigation (coursework) and Revision
The Syllabus
This course prepares students for the AQA Psychology AS level syllabus 5186 (Specification B), for examination in 2005 and later years. Most candidates will then study the AQA Psychology A2 level syllabus 6186 (Specification B). The full Advanced Level qualification comprises AS and A2. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the most suited to distance learning.
Assessment at AS level is by two written papers of 1hr 30 mins, each contributing 35% of the final mark. There is also a Practical Investigation (coursework). For Distance Learners this coursework is externally assessed by AQA.
Assessment at A2 level is by two written papers and coursework .
Coursework
The AS level coursework is worth 30% of the final mark. The distance learning course includes an entire module designed to develop the necessary skills required for completion of the coursework.
The A2 course also contains an entire module designed to develop the necessary skills required for completion of the coursework.
