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2.0 Specification at a glance

This qualification is linear. Linear means that students will sit all their exams at the end of the course.

2.1 Subject content

Cognition and behaviour Social context and behaviour

2.2 Assessments

Paper 1: Cognition and behaviour

What's assessed

  • Memory
  • Perception
  • Development
  • Research methods

Students will be expected to draw on knowledge and understanding of the entire course of study to show a deeper understanding of these topics.

How it's assessed

  • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • 100 marks
  • 50% of GCSE

Questions

  • Section A: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section B: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section C: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section D: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)

Paper 2: Social context and behaviour

What's assessed

  • Social influence
  • Language, thought and communication
  • Brain and neuropsychology
  • Psychological problems

Students will be expected to draw on knowledge and understanding of the entire course of study to show a deeper understanding of these topics.

How it's assessed

  • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • 100 marks
  • 50% of GCSE

Questions

  • Section A: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section B: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section C: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)
  • Section D: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing (25 marks)