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BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Wandsworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

You'll explore how the human mind works and why people behave the way they do. The course covers decision-making, mental health, and what shapes personality. You'll also study how psychology applies to real settings, from education to criminal behaviour. Units build your understanding of people and society.

You'll need six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths, and double science. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

In this course of Applied Psychology, you will learn all about the human mind and human behaviour. You will examine what makes us who we are and why and how we form decisions. Many units in psychology will increase your understanding of the world and people around you. Not just focusing on mental disorders and mental health, Applied Psychology will help you understand what to do to facilitate good mental health. There is another important unit in Applied Psychology where you will discover how to conduct psychological research and check that other research is accurate. In addition to these units there are optional units where you can choose Criminal and Forensic Psychology tailor making the course to what you wish to study.

Applied Psychology differs from A level Psychology not just because Applied Psychology has a coursework element (in addition to exams), but because 'applied' means that you learn psychology not in theory, but in application to real life, helping you understand the people and societies we live in today.

Entry requirements

To qualify to study 3 A level/ Applied subjects, you will need to achieve 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above.

In addition/ within those 6 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 4 or above in English Language, maths and double science (if single sciences are taken then a grade 4 in two sciences is required).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories of human behaviour and what drives decision-making.
  • You'll study mental health, wellbeing, and how to support good psychological health.
  • You'll examine personality development and what shapes who we are.
  • You'll investigate criminal psychology and how it applies to real situations.
  • You'll learn how psychology is used in education, health, and social settings.
  • You'll develop research skills and learn how psychologists gather and analyse evidence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, guided study, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units marked by your tutors, alongside externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Your tutors will give regular feedback to help you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Mental health support worker, assists people with mental health needs in care settings.
  • Learning support assistant, helps students with additional needs in schools or colleges.
  • Social care worker, supports vulnerable adults or young people in community settings.
  • Youth worker, works with young people on personal development and wellbeing.
  • Research assistant, supports psychology or social research projects.
  • Healthcare assistant, provides patient care in hospitals or community health settings.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, the main degree route for those wanting to become a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology or Criminal Justice, builds on the criminal psychology units in this course.
  • BSc Social Work, leads to a career supporting vulnerable people and families.
  • Higher National Certificate in Health and Social Care, a shorter higher education option for those moving into care roles.
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