Lead in Psychology:
Mrs K Kaschek
Psychology Curriculum Overview
At TKASA we study AQA A level Psychology, this curriculum offers students exposure to a comprehensive number of Psychological topics, enabling students to develop the knowledge and understanding of the many field of Psychological practise. In yr. 13 students are given some choice over their curriculum allowing them to select areas of particular interest that may support their chosen path at degree level for example the selection on Forensic Psychology is popular especially with those students wishing to study Criminology as a degree. Particular focus is placed on enhancing students research method skills, to develop, questioning and evaluation of theories, studies and approaches presented.
These include:
Communicating effectively with individuals and groups
Researching different areas, interpreting findings and reporting them
Planning and conducting research, including managing time, resources and methods
Creating, presenting and delivering information to a group or an individual
Link to A level specification:
A Level: Psychology AQA SOL https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/psychology/as-and-a-level/psychology-7181-7182/specification-at-a-glance