Psychology and Sociology
Psychology and Sociology Curriculum Vision
Psychology at All Saints aims to help you understand yourself and other people by learning about aspects of human behaviour that will help you in daily life, including your interactions with others, your learning and memory performance, your ability to cope with pressure and your understanding of the causes of psychological disorders.
Sociology at All Saints is designed to inspire students to develop a better understanding of the dynamic nature of contemporary society, the major influences upon it such as globalisation and how these processes affect social groups in different ways.
KS5 A Level Psychology Curriculum
Exam board: AQA
In KS5 A Level Psychology, our students study the following topics:
Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology (33.3% of A Level)
- Social Influence
- Memory
- Attachment
- Psychopathology
Paper 2: Psychology in Context (33.3% of A Level)
- Approaches in Psychology
- Biopsychology
- Research Methods
Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology (33.3% of A Level)
- Issues and Debates in Psychology
- Gender
- Stress
- Aggression
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KS5 A Level Sociology Curriculum
Exam board: AQA
In KS5 A Level Sociology, our students study the following topics:
Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods (33.3% of A Level)
- Education
- Methods in Context
- Theory and Methods
Paper 2: Topics in Sociology (33.3% of A Level)
- Families and Households
- Beliefs in Society
Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods (33.3% of A Level)
- Crime and Deviance
- Theory and Methods
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