CTK St Mary's Prospectus

A LEVEL A sixth form centre for excellence 21 Content No prior knowledge of the subject is required to study Psychology at A Level. Psychology is a fascinating yet challenging subject and a very popular A Level and degree choice. Throughout the course, you will learn how to construct logical discussions and how to employ scientific evidence to support or challenge theories on behaviour. You will also extend your understanding of human behaviour and hone your writing, debating, and research skills. The following are examples of some of the topics that you will cover over the two years: schizophrenia, romantic relationships, social influence, attachment, psychopathology, research methods, and issues and debates. PSYCHOLOGY A LEVEL An A Level in Psychology can be the starting point to a variety of careers - from counselling to teaching. As a highly regarded subject, it opens doors to a range of career paths, including counselling, social work, teaching, or nursing. Assessment Your work will be assessed by an exam. Entry Requirements Please see the entry requirements on page 11. Tamara - A Level Psychology (A*), Fine Art (B), Biology (A) “It has been a great journey at CTK - you always have friends and teachers to support you. The hard work pays off in the end, as there is no success without suffering!” Content During your course, you will develop an in-depth understanding and appreciation of religious beliefs and teachings, as well as the disciplines of ethics and philosophy of religion. Your course will be thoroughly engaging and further develop your interest in Religious Studies. The topics you will study include philosophy of religion, arguments about the existence or non-existence of God, the challenge for religious belief of the problem of evil, and the possibility of life after death. You will also take part in debates surrounding the concept of conscience and free will, the influence on ethical thought and its developments in religious beliefs, and the philosophy of religion. In addition to this, you will study developments in Christian thought, religious beliefs, values and teachings, sources of religious wisdom and authority, practices which shape and express religious identity, and how these vary within Christianity. An A Level in Religious Studies can be the starting point to a variety of careers - from teaching to archaeology. As a highly regarded subject, it opens doors to a range of career paths including law, philosophy, social worker, teaching and community work. Entry Requirements Please see the entry requirements on page 11. Assessment Your work will be assessed by external examination. RELIGIOUS STUDIES A LEVEL

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