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🧠 Psychology

Explore human thought, behaviour and emotion through a rigorous A Level Psychology course with live lessons, small classes and personalised support.

Overview

A Level Psychology develops a scientific understanding of human thought, behaviour and emotion. Students explore major perspectives in the discipline, engage with psychological research, and build the evaluative and analytical skills needed for university study in psychology and related fields.

What Students Study

  • The foundations of cognitive, biological, social, and learning psychology
  • Theories of personality and development
  • Research methods and psychological investigation
  • Mental health, abnormality, and treatment models
  • Ethics and contemporary debates in psychology

Assessment & Progress

Oxford Online School follows the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) Psychology specification. This internationally recognised qualification is assessed through written examination only. To support academic success, we offer: Our structured preparation enables students to master key psychological concepts, build extended responses, and confidently analyse data and case studies.

  • Weekly homework assignments
  • Termly project-based assessments
  • Full mock exams with personalised feedback

Course Details

Assessment

  • The qualification is assessed entirely through written examinations.
  • No coursework or non-examined assessment component is required.
  • All examinations are sat at an approved Pearson Edexcel International A Level centre.
  • Grades are awarded on a scale from A* to E.

Course Duration

The International A Level course runs over two academic years (Years 12 and 13). Students have continuous access to live online lessons, one-to-one subject support, and learning resources throughout the programme.

Course Outcome

Students who successfully complete all required examinations are awarded the Pearson Edexcel International A Level qualification. This is recognised by universities and higher education institutions worldwide as equivalent to UK A Levels.

Entry Requirements

  • Five or more International GCSE grades at C/4 or above (or equivalent)
  • Grade B/6 or above at IGCSE level in the chosen A Level subject or a closely related subject
  • A pass in an internal subject assessment completed prior to enrolment
  • Students whose English is not their first language must provide a language certificate showing a minimum B2 level in all components, or sit an internal English assessment
  • Two years of previous school reports are required
FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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