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Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Norwich

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Norwich. Classes run at Ormiston Victory Academy, full-time over two years. This course is for 16 to 19 year olds.

You'll study how the mind and behaviour work. Units cover psychological approaches and applications, health psychology, and criminal and forensic psychology. You'll also learn how to conduct psychological research. Assessment is split equally between coursework projects and external exams.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

Psychology is concerned with understanding many different aspects of people. Specifically, it can be defined as ‘the scientific study of mind and behaviour’. The various different areas of psychology have been, and continue to be, investigated by scientific research methods. The results of which then lead to theories and models, which are used as a basis for continued research. BTEC psychology will look at some of these key areas along with the important and influential researchers and their findings.

Entry requirements

In order to follow a vocational or mixed Level 3 programme of study you should have achieved five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5's or above, including English Language or Literature and mathematics although we will apply some flexibility where you can demonstrate aptitude and enthusiasm for this subject, yet you may not fully match our entry requirements . Those students without a 4 in English or mathematics, will take a level 2 qualification in these as part of their studies.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore psychological approaches and how they explain human behaviour.
  • You'll study health psychology, including how psychology applies to wellbeing.
  • You'll examine criminal and forensic psychology and how it links to the justice system.
  • You'll learn how to plan and conduct psychological research.
  • You'll understand key theories and the researchers behind them.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing and evaluating evidence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Ormiston Victory Academy. The qualification is 50% externally assessed through exams and 50% internally assessed through coursework projects. Practical activities are built into the course, giving you hands-on experience alongside the theory.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ormiston Victory Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Research assistant, supports psychology or social research projects.
  • Mental health support worker, assists people with mental health needs.
  • Police officer, uses knowledge of behaviour and forensic psychology.
  • Social worker, applies understanding of human behaviour in care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker, works alongside clinical teams in health settings.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with learning and development needs.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, a degree that opens routes to becoming a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology, builds on the forensic psychology units in this BTEC.
  • BSc Nursing or Social Work, for those drawn to the health psychology strand.
  • A Level Psychology, if you want to combine this BTEC with a more exam-focused route.
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