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BTEC Level 3 Applied Psychology Course in Stourport-on-Severn 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 Stourport-on-Severn. Classes run at The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

You study psychology through real applied topics. Units cover social psychology, learning theories, criminal psychology, and psychological research. The course is the same size as one A Level. You normally study it alongside other Level 3 qualifications.

You'll need a range of GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a science GCSE. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Psychology.

Who this course is for

This course is intended to be an applied general qualification for post-16 learners wanting to continue their education through applied learning, and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the applied psychology sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and it has been designed as one third of a typical study programme, normally alongside A Levels or other applied general qualifications at Level 3. No prior study of the sector is needed.

Entry requirements

You should normally have a range of achievement at Level 2, in GCSEs or equivalent qualifications, including a GCSE in science.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore key psychological theories and how they apply to everyday life.
  • You'll study social psychology, including how groups and society influence behaviour.
  • You'll examine criminal psychology and how psychology relates to crime.
  • You'll learn about learning theories and how people develop behaviours.
  • You'll carry out psychological research and analyse your findings.
  • You'll develop skills in evaluating evidence and forming arguments.
  • You'll build knowledge that supports progression to university-level psychology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, four 75-minute sessions per day. The course combines teacher-led study with independent research. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and external exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through assignments you complete during the course. Others are assessed through timed written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Psychology research assistant, supports studies in academic or clinical settings.
  • Mental health support worker, assists people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • Social worker, helps individuals and families access support services.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils in schools and learning environments.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or charity settings.
  • Probation services officer, works with offenders in the criminal justice system.

What you could study next

  • BSc Psychology, a full university degree and the main route to becoming a chartered psychologist.
  • BSc Criminology, builds on the criminal psychology content in this BTEC applied psychology qualification.
  • BSc Social Work, for those interested in working with vulnerable people and families.
  • A Level Psychology, if you want to combine a more traditional exam-based route alongside this course.
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