Subject Information - Psychology (GCSE)
VISION / AIM
To enable students to acquire knowledge and understanding of psychology, developing an understanding of self and others and how psychological understanding can help to explain everyday social phenomena.
Studying GCSE psychology is an excellent way to give yourself a foundational knowledge of how the human mind works, understand social behaviour and human development. GCSE psychology will also give you the basis upon which to build deeper knowledge in the form of A Level psychology and an undergraduate degree.
Resources and support materials can be found on Google Classroom.
Further information can be requested from Miss J Lecocq, Head of Department, jlecocq@fhes.org.uk
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
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Autumn Term |
Spring Term |
Summer Term |
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Year 10 |
Research Methods Memory |
Memory Development |
Language, Thought and Communication |
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Year 11 |
Social Influence Brain and Neuropsychology |
Brain and Neuropsychology Psychological Problems |
Revision |
KEY SKILLS
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AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychological ideas, processes and procedures |
Use specialist vocabulary, psychological concepts, terminology and convention to engage in the process of psychological enquiry. Acquire knowledge and understanding of psychology, developing an understanding of self and others, and how psychological understanding can help to explain everyday social phenomena. |
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AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding of psychological ideas, processes and procedures. |
Develop an understanding of psychological issues, the contribution of psychology to individual, social and cultural diversity, and how psychology contributes to society. Develop an understanding of the relationship between psychology and personal, moral, social and cultural issues, and develop an understanding of ethical issues in psychology. |
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AO3: Analyse and evaluate psychological information, ideas, processes and procedures to make judgements and draw conclusions. |
Present information, develop arguments and draw conclusions through a critical approach to psychological evidence, developing as reflective thinkers. Understand how psychological research is conducted, including the role of scientific method and data analysis. |
GCSE PSYCHOLOGY
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Exam Board |
AQA |
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Paper 1 |
Cognition and Behaviour |
Memory, Perception, Development, Research Methods |
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Paper 2 |
Social Context and Behaviour |
Social Influence, Language, Thought and Communication, Brain and Neuropsychology, Psychological problems |
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How is it assessed? |
Paper 1 - 1 hour 45 minute exam (100 marks) Paper 2 - 1 hour 45 minute exam (100 marks) |
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Link to the Specification |
https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/psychology/gcse/psychology-8182/specification-at-a-glance |
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