Paper 1 is the first exam paper for A-level AQA Psychology (and AS-level Psychology) that covers Introductory Topics in Psychology. This paper tests the foundational topics of the course – essentially the... Read more »
Synaptic transmission is the process by which a nerve impulse passes across the synaptic cleft from one neuron to another. It is a method neurons use to communicate, enabling the transmission of... Read more »
A-level Psychology requires a solid foundation in GCSE-level mathematics, focusing on data handling, statistical calculations, graphical representation, and understanding statistical tests, all applied within psychological research contexts. Key Takeaways Minimum Assessment Weighting:... Read more »
This assessment objective assesses your ability to apply your knowledge of psychology to a given scenario, showing an examiner how you can apply your understanding. To construct a strong AO2: Application of... Read more »
These revision notes cover the Biopsychology subtopic (3.2.2) from the AQA A-level Psychology syllabus: Paper 2: Psychology in Context. They are structured to distinguish between AO1 (demonstrate knowledge and understanding) and AO3... Read more »