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A Level Psychology

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Provider Lift College
Recognition AQA, Ofqual
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Course overview

A Level Psychology is a Level 3 qualification awarded by AQA under specification 7182 (Ofqual QAN 601/4838/X), comprising three externally examined 2-hour written papers of 96 marks each, weighted 33.3% apiece, graded A* to E.

Study A Level Psychology 100% online and at your own pace, then sit the written exams in person at an approved exam centre. Ofqual regulated and awarded by AQA, worth up to 56 UCAS points and a strong foundation for psychology, criminology and social science degrees.

Who's It For?

  • Those who want a BPS-accredited psychology degree and need a Level 3 qualification that covers approaches, biopsychology and research methods first.
  • Those comfortable with quantitative work — AQA 7182 embeds research methods and statistics across all three papers.
  • Those who can sit three 2-hour papers of 96 marks each in one series, with no coursework component.
  • Those who want breadth of choice — Paper 3 offers optional topics including relationships, schizophrenia, forensic and addiction.
  • Those who may need to resit — AQA allows students to resit the qualification as many times as they wish within its shelf life.
  • Adults studying by distance learning who want this qualification without returning to full-time sixth form or college.

Job outcomes

  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Secondary School Psychology or Social Science Teacher
  • Mental Health Support Worker / Nursing Assistant
  • Public Relations and Communications Professional

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What you'll learn

In AQA A Level Psychology (7182) you study how the human mind and behaviour work, including:

  • Social influence
  • Memory
  • Attachment
  • Psychopathology
  • Approaches in psychology
  • Biopsychology
  • Research methods and statistics
  • Issues and debates in psychology
  • Optional topics such as schizophrenia, relationships, forensic psychology, eating behaviour, stress, aggression, addiction, gender, and cognition and development

Recognitions

AQA

Accredited/ Certified by AQA

Ofqual

Accredited/ Certified by Ofqual

Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

The typical duration is 12 to 18 months. Study at your own pace around work and family commitments.

Most learners spend a few hours each week, but you can do more or less based on your own pace.

Delivery

100% online, self-paced study. Final written exams are sat in person at an approved exam centre. Exams are held in May or June at 10 approved centres across England (Birmingham, Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, High Wycombe, Mitcham, Newcastle, Romford, St Neots and Taunton), run by Tutors and Exams.

Log in any time from a phone, tablet or laptop. Start anytime — there are no fixed term dates or cohorts.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to start this course. However, a grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language, and confidence with extended written answers, is strongly recommended before you begin.

You will need to register separately as a private candidate with an approved exam centre to sit the final written exams, usually for a small additional fee payable directly to the centre.

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Pathways

A Level Psychology supports progression into degrees including psychology, criminology, sociology, social work, nursing and education. It is the standard entry qualification for BPS-accredited psychology degrees. It is also a recognised feeder subject for communications and social science careers and degrees.

Course features

  • Personal named UK subject tutor from enrolment through to exam series
  • Exam-style practice questions in every unit, with individual written feedback within 5 to 7 working days
  • Progress tracking dashboard showing unit scores, topic strengths and areas to revisit
  • Optional pre-series exam readiness check with tutor, including a timed mock paper
  • AI Study Assistant and study support tools
  • Learner community forum
  • Resubmit work at no extra cost to reach the grade you want
  • Optional study planner for those who prefer structure
  • Start anytime — no fixed term dates
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • 7-day free trial on every sign-up

Professional Recognition

Awarded by AQA, an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding body, under specification 7182 (Ofqual QAN 601/4838/X). Regulated by Ofqual to the same standard as college courses. Listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. Accepted by UK universities, employers and professional bodies. Worth up to 56 UCAS points.

Assessment

A Level Psychology (AQA 7182) is assessed by three written papers taken in May or June. There is no non-exam assessment (no coursework).

  • Paper 1: Introductory Topics in Psychology. 2 hours, 96 marks, 33.3%. Topics: Social influence, Memory, Attachment, and Clinical Psychology and Mental Health. Sections A to D, 24 marks each. Question types: multiple choice, short answer and extended writing.
  • Paper 2: Psychology in Context. 2 hours, 96 marks, 33.3%. Topics: Approaches, Biopsychology, and Research Methods. Section A: 24 marks; Section B: 24 marks; Section C: 48 marks.
  • Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology. 2 hours, 96 marks, 33.3%. Topics: Issues and debates, plus one option from each of three groups — (Relationships / Gender / Cognition and development); (Schizophrenia / Eating behaviour / Stress); (Aggression / Forensic Psychology / Addiction). Sections A to D, 24 marks each.

Grading: A* to E, with U below E.

Additional information

Qualification details:

  • Qualification level: RQF Level 3
  • Awarding body: AQA
  • Specification number: 7182
  • Ofqual QAN: 601/4838/X
  • UCAS points: Up to 56

Exams are sat at 10 approved centres across England operated by Tutors and Exams: Birmingham, Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, High Wycombe, Mitcham, Newcastle, Romford, St Neots and Taunton.

Independently quality checked through IQA and EQA processes.

Payment options

Course fees:

Study: £509.99 or £49.99 per month

Study + Exams: £917.99 or £89.99 per month

  • Pay monthly (no interest, no credit checks, no contract — pause or cancel anytime)

  • Pay annually and save versus monthly pricing

  • 7-day free trial on every option; nothing charged until the trial ends

  • 14-day money-back guarantee on every enrolment

  • Employer sponsorship available — funding paperwork can be sent directly to your employer

  • Study option: tuition, tutor marking and study support included; you arrange and pay for your own exams

  • +Exams option: everything in Study plus exam entry and centre fees included, with exam booking handled by Lift College

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About Lift College

Lift College is a fully online UK education provider dedicated to A-Levels and GCSEs. Every course is designed, taught and assessed to give adult and independent learners a genuine second route into the qualifications employers, universities and colleges recognise. All teaching happens online. Learners study on our purpose-built online campus with a named UK tutor, structured modules, marked assignments and an AI Study Assistant that answers questions instantly and points learners to the exact page of the specification they need. There is no timetable to keep, no travel, and no fixed start date. Learners begin any day of the year, pause and resume when life gets busy, and move through the material at whatever pace works for them. Every course starts with a 7-day free trial. Learners get full access to the online campus, tutor support, and study materials from day one, and nothing is charged until the trial ends. After the trial, learners have a further 14-day refund period, so there is no financial risk in trying Lift College properly before committing. After that, courses run on a simple monthly subscription with exam entry included. There is no contract, no commitment, no exit fees, no credit checks, and no risk. Learners can cancel or pause at any time, for any reason, in a couple of clicks from their dashboard. Written exams are sat in person at established private-candidate exam centres across England, with entry, venue and invigilation arranged for the learner in advance. Every A-Level and GCSE is delivered to the same awarding-body specifications, and results in the same certificates, as those awarded in schools and colleges. UKPRN 10102267.

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