GCSEs form a basis upon which higher education and successful careers are built, our tutor supported open distance learning GCSE Psychology course provides the necessary knowledge, skills and qualification without disrupting your current lifestyle.
The DCA Home Learning Psychology GCSE course provides the core knowledge and skills needed to embark on a rewarding pathway to success. The distance learning Psychology GCSE course is specially designed, allowing you to learn about Psychology through flexible and cost-effective home study at your own time and pace.
With the distance learning Psychology GCSE course, online study resources and a personal tutor are available to guide you throughout your studies, and your Student Advisor is a Freephone call away.
The DCA Psychology GCSE course provides an award from the AQA, a nationally recognised body. The GCSE award is recognised by employers and higher education providers as proof of your ability and determination to succeed. Many people pass GCSEs through home study.
If you'd like to advance your knowledge or to earn more money from a career where GCSE Psychology is an essential qualification, and to enjoy increased status and security, the DCA home study GCSE Psychology course is the ideal distance learning home study course for you.
The GCSE Psychology course is divided into six modules. The first module introduces the subject of psychology. It also outlines the different approaches to and the research into psychology. Module two addresses cognitive psychology and looks at perception, learning and memory. You will study social and developmental psychology as well as pro and anti-social behaviour. The course concludes with methods of investigation and control, and also ethical considerations.
Examinations
Examinations are normally in June, although you may be able to arrange to sit some part of the GCSE in January.
Examination Entry Information
DCA will provide whatever help we can with examination information, finding an exam centre and authenticating coursework but entering examinations is entirely the responsibility of the student and the contract for sitting the examinations is between the student and the exam centre. We are not an exam centre and therefore although we can give information and guidance, we cannot make your entry for you, or change an incorrect entry. Full details about exams can be obtained on application. Students will sit external examinations and receive a certificate from the awarding body AQA.
Textbooks
In addition to the recommended text, each course has a suggested reading list to help you achieve a broader understanding of the subject. Some subjects also require an accompanying textbook(s) which you will need to obtain.
Module One: Introduction
• What is Psychology?
• Different Approaches to Psychology
• Research in Psychology
Module Two: Cognitive Psychology
• Perception
• Learning
• Memory
Module Three: Social Psychology
• Forming Impressions of Other People
• Prejudice and Discrimination
• Social Influence
Module Four: Developmental Psychology
• Attachment and Separation
• Cognitive Development
• Sex and Gender
Module Five: Pro- and Anti-Social Behaviour
• The Development of Moral Behaviour
• Pro-Social Behaviour
• Anti-Social Behaviour
Module Six: Research Methods
• Methods of Investigation
• Methods of Control
• Ethical Considerations |
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