Study GCSE in Psychology Today
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This Course at a Glance
- Understand core psychological principles and behavioural methodologies
- Learn about social influence such as conformity and obedience
- All course content based on AQA guidelines and specifications
- This course bundle includes AQA exams to get your qualification
- Choose from one of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- No entry requirements – start studying today!
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GCSE Psychology including exams
This Course at a Glance
- Understand core psychological principles and behavioural methodologies
- Learn about social influence such as conformity and obedience
- All course content based on AQA guidelines and specifications
- This course bundle includes AQA exams to get your qualification
- Choose from one of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- No entry requirements – start studying today!
Course Introduction
Studying GCSE psychology online with AQA gives you the chance to explore what shapes our thoughts, feelings and behaviour. You will look at topics such as memory, perception, social influence and mental health, using real psychological studies to understand why people act the way they do. Lessons explore everything from how we develop to why we are influenced by the people around us.
You will also dive into how the brain and nervous system work, and discover different explanations for psychological problems. If you are curious about people and want to understand how science fits into everyday life, this course is a brilliant starting point for exploring human behaviour.
Course Info
This GCSE psychology online course is organised around eight key topic areas, assessed across two exam papers. Each topic introduces important theories, research evidence and real life applications.
Paper 1: Cognition and Behaviour - Memory, Perception, Development, Research Methods
Paper 2: Social Context and Behaviour - Social Influence, Language Thought and Communication, Brain and Neuropsychology, Psychological Problems
Exams
The qualification is awarded by AQA, a well respected UK exam board known for consistent assessment and strong support for learners. Exams take place in the summer each year. You will sit two written papers, each lasting 1 hour 45 minutes, at one of our nationwide exam centres.
Our Trusted Partnership with Tutors & Exams
At learndirect, we’re proud to work with Tutors & Exams, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted providers of assessment services for private and distance-learning students, known for their professionalism, consistency, and commitment to learners. Their high standards and trusted reputation make them an invaluable partner in ensuring our learners receive the very best exam experience possible.
Tutors & Exams play an integral role in the delivery of our A-Level and GCSE programmes, supporting a wide range of specialisms, including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, and more. Their experienced team understand the unique needs of online and home-educated learners, providing reassurance, structure, and clarity throughout the assessment process.
With 10 exam centres located across the country, Tutors & Exams make assessments accessible wherever our learners are based. They also offer tailored arrangements, such as extra time, smaller settings, or individual exam rooms, to create an environment that helps every learner perform at their best.
At learndirect, we’ve built our reputation as the UK’s market leader in online learning, combining flexible study with expert tutor support.
Working alongside Tutors & Exams means our learners benefit from both exceptional teaching and a seamless, professional exam experience, giving them the confidence to succeed from their first lesson through to their final result.
Modules
During your studies you will cover the following modules:
- Memory
- Perception
- Development
- Research methods
- Social influence
- Language, thought and communication
- Brain and neuropsychology
- Psychological problems
Entry Requirements
You must complete at least 50% of the course and pass the associated assignments before you are eligible to be entered for the exams.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete the course is 18 months.
Assessment requirements
The assessment consists of written exams
Exams required
One of our exam partners will provide the exam centre and oversee the examination process. Should you choose to sit at a centre that is not on our partners list, you will be charged the exam centre finder fee.
EXAM CENTRE SITES:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
Is Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 3 months after receiving the result.
Extension Rules
You may extend this course once for a maximum of twelve months.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before exams can be booked.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
At the end of each unit you will find a Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA). This is completed online and submitted to your tutor. Once assessed your tutor will return your work complete with its final grade and feedback. Once you’ve successfully passed each assignment you’ll be ready to take your exam!
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You will be unable to book your exam until all outstanding course fees are settled in full, this includes any associated charges deemed to be payable as per your initial contract.
All courses funded via our partner Premium Credit Limited, will need to be settled with them directly.
Tutors and Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams have examination centres located around the country, including:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
If you decide to take the GCSE exam at the end of this course and pass, you will have gained a GCSE in Psychology. This will enable you to progress to further and higher education programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- SALE Savings End Midnight Monday 1st December
- SALE Savings End Midnight Monday 1st December
GCSE Psychology including exams
This Course at a Glance
- Understand core psychological principles and behavioural methodologies
- Learn about social influence such as conformity and obedience
- All course content based on AQA guidelines and specifications
- This course bundle includes AQA exams to get your qualification
- Choose from one of 10 exam centres with Tutors & Exams
- No entry requirements – start studying today!
Course Introduction
Studying GCSE psychology online with AQA gives you the chance to explore what shapes our thoughts, feelings and behaviour. You will look at topics such as memory, perception, social influence and mental health, using real psychological studies to understand why people act the way they do. Lessons explore everything from how we develop to why we are influenced by the people around us.
You will also dive into how the brain and nervous system work, and discover different explanations for psychological problems. If you are curious about people and want to understand how science fits into everyday life, this course is a brilliant starting point for exploring human behaviour.
Course Info
This GCSE psychology online course is organised around eight key topic areas, assessed across two exam papers. Each topic introduces important theories, research evidence and real life applications.
Paper 1: Cognition and Behaviour - Memory, Perception, Development, Research Methods
Paper 2: Social Context and Behaviour - Social Influence, Language Thought and Communication, Brain and Neuropsychology, Psychological Problems
Exams
The qualification is awarded by AQA, a well respected UK exam board known for consistent assessment and strong support for learners. Exams take place in the summer each year. You will sit two written papers, each lasting 1 hour 45 minutes, at one of our nationwide exam centres.
Our Trusted Partnership with Tutors & Exams
At learndirect, we’re proud to work with Tutors & Exams, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted providers of assessment services for private and distance-learning students, known for their professionalism, consistency, and commitment to learners. Their high standards and trusted reputation make them an invaluable partner in ensuring our learners receive the very best exam experience possible.
Tutors & Exams play an integral role in the delivery of our A-Level and GCSE programmes, supporting a wide range of specialisms, including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, and more. Their experienced team understand the unique needs of online and home-educated learners, providing reassurance, structure, and clarity throughout the assessment process.
With 10 exam centres located across the country, Tutors & Exams make assessments accessible wherever our learners are based. They also offer tailored arrangements, such as extra time, smaller settings, or individual exam rooms, to create an environment that helps every learner perform at their best.
At learndirect, we’ve built our reputation as the UK’s market leader in online learning, combining flexible study with expert tutor support.
Working alongside Tutors & Exams means our learners benefit from both exceptional teaching and a seamless, professional exam experience, giving them the confidence to succeed from their first lesson through to their final result.
Modules
During your studies you will cover the following modules:
- Memory
- Perception
- Development
- Research methods
- Social influence
- Language, thought and communication
- Brain and neuropsychology
- Psychological problems
Entry Requirements
You must complete at least 50% of the course and pass the associated assignments before you are eligible to be entered for the exams.
Average completion timeframe
The average time it takes to complete the course is 18 months.
Assessment requirements
The assessment consists of written exams
Exams required
One of our exam partners will provide the exam centre and oversee the examination process. Should you choose to sit at a centre that is not on our partners list, you will be charged the exam centre finder fee.
EXAM CENTRE SITES:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
Is Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 3 months after receiving the result.
Extension Rules
You may extend this course once for a maximum of twelve months.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before exams can be booked.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Assessment
At the end of each unit you will find a Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA). This is completed online and submitted to your tutor. Once assessed your tutor will return your work complete with its final grade and feedback. Once you’ve successfully passed each assignment you’ll be ready to take your exam!
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You will be unable to book your exam until all outstanding course fees are settled in full, this includes any associated charges deemed to be payable as per your initial contract.
All courses funded via our partner Premium Credit Limited, will need to be settled with them directly.
Tutors and Exams
Tutors and Exams provides examination and assessment facilities primarily aimed at private and home educated candidates.
Tutors and Exams have examination centres located around the country, including:
- Birmingham
- Bolton
- Coventry
- Doncaster
- High Wycombe
- Mitcham
- Romford
- St Neots
- Taunton
- Newcastle
All are approved for examination delivery by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).
Qualifications
If you decide to take the GCSE exam at the end of this course and pass, you will have gained a GCSE in Psychology. This will enable you to progress to further and higher education programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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