Psychology

Applications for 2027 entry open on Wednesday 11th November 2026.
Please do not submit your application before this date.
Please apply via PS16 on via our website. www.thehinckleysixthform.co.uk

Ever wondered if prison really does change criminal behaviour? Or why some people conform? Or perhaps if the experiences you had before the age of five really do shape the person you are today? Well, Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour, and these are questions we study. A Level Psychology aims to explore these questions through many different paradigms: biological, social, psychodynamic, evolutionary, cognitive, behavioural and humanistic.

You’ll tackle thought-provoking topics such as memory, social influence, schizophrenia, and forensic psychology. You will study a range of interesting research studies and consider the ethical issues involved in these. You will learn how to carry out a scientific research project, interpret statistics, and write a report. Studying Psychology at university can give you a whole host of exciting career options, including marketing, business development, accountancy, human resources, forensic psychology, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, nursing and teaching.

Course Modules:

• Attachment
• Memory
• Social Influence
• Psychopathology
• Research Methods
• Approaches
• Schizophrenia
• Forensic Psychology
• Issues and Debate
• Gender

End-of-course examinations.

General Hinckley Sixth Form entry requirements, including grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths. A higher pass grade in English is an advantage.

Studying Psychology at university can give you a whole host of exciting career options, including marketing, business development, accountancy, human resources, forensic psychology, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, nursing and teaching.