There are more than 40 different subjects you can take as an A Level, some of which you’ll have already come across with your GCSEs. 

Because you have so many options, it’s wise to research any new topics you might be interested in before you sign up for the course, so you can make sure that it’s the right choice for you and what you think you might like to study at university. This also helps you work towards careers you could potentially work towards.

There is a psychology GCSE course available, so you may well have learned some of the theories and research already and this is a great introduction to the A Level itself.

In terms of a qualification to have, psychology A Level is a great option, one that can open a lot of potential doors later down the line. Where career paths are concerned, there are all sorts of jobs that psychologists can do and lots of different sectors in which to work, including education, mental health, social care, sports research and business.

Other potential occupations include those in marketing, human resources, business development, forensic psychology, nursing and occupational therapy. So you’ll have a lot to choose from!

As for interpersonal skills, studying psychology brings with it a wide range of different benefits, helping to drive your analytical and communication skills, your organisational skills, teamwork ability and leadership skills.

It also gives you plenty of experience in essay writing, history, maths and a whole lot more, so it goes well alongside other subjects, including English, maths and history.

As you can see, there are lots of reasons why psychology might be a great subject to take. If you’re currently enrolled on a course, get in touch with Psychology Hub today for A Level psychology help.

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