A levels in Psychology

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

A Level Psychology is a two-year course exploring the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. You will learn how memory, communication, thought and emotion influence how people act, using research, observation and evidence-based methods. The course examines real-world issues such as mental health, stress, brain injury and criminal behaviour. Psychology develops strong analytical, research and evaluation skills, preparing you for careers in areas such as healthcare, education, law enforcement and sport, as well as further study at university.

You will cover a range of topics such as:

• Social Influence: This is the study of how society influences the individual. Why we do as we are told, why we do what everyone else is doing. Why some people rebel against society
• Memory: Different types of memory. Why eyewitnesses to crime make such poor witnesses. Why we forget.
• Attachment: How our relationships with our first carers influence all our future relationships. The impact of institutionalisation in childhood on relationships
• Approaches: Different fields of psychology and how they explain human behaviour
• Psychopathology: What is normal and what is abnormal. Explanations and treatments for phobias, depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Research Methods: The methods used by psychologists to investigate human behaviour
• Biopsychology: How the brain, neurotransmitters, and other aspects of our biology influence our behaviours, thoughts, and feelings
• Forensic Psychology: Psychological expertise as it applies to the justice system

You will be continually assessed across the two years through class activities, homework tasks, practice exam papers and mock exams with feedback given for improvement.

The A Level grade is assessed via three written exams at the end of the second year.

To study this A Level, you'll need a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5 or above across your top six subjects with at least a 5 in Maths and English Language or Literature. Your GPA average can include English and Maths.

Psychologists work in a number of fields, therefore a psychology degree offers good career opportunities.

These could include:

• Forensic psychology
• Clinical psychology
• Educational psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Occupational psychology
• Neuropsychology
• Health psychology
• Sport psychology
• Counselling

In addition, people with psychology degrees go into a range of other professions as they have demonstrated an ability to be adaptable and hold a range of skills.