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A Level Psychology Exam
Become an A Level Psychology private candidate and book your A Level Psychology exam today. The Pass A Level team will handle the entire process for you, including securing a place at a local examination centre. Taking an A Level Psychology exam can enhance your career prospects or help you gain entry to your chosen university course.
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Official A Level Psychology qualification
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Qualifications worth up to 56 UCAS points - secure your place at University!
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Exams include social, clinical, and criminological psychology
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A Level Psychology Exam Information
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Entry Requirements
For A Level Psychology, learners are advised to have a good GCSE background, usually a grade 4 or above, as the subject develops skills in analysis, evaluation, and extended written responses.
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Can I resit A Level Psychology?
Learners of all ages can resit their A Level Psychology exam with Pass A Level. Resits are available for those who did not achieve their target grade first time or who are looking to improve their result.
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Exam Day Setup
On exam day, learners sit their A Level Psychology exam in person at the examination centre arranged by the Pass A Level team. The A Level Psychology exam is paper based. After booking, all details are confirmed in advance so learners are fully prepared well before their exam date.
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Should I take an A Level Psychology qualification?
Taking or resitting A Level Psychology can open up a wide range of academic and career opportunities, particularly for learners interested in areas such as psychology, sociology, health, education, and social sciences. Many learners choose A Level Psychology to strengthen their UCAS points profile and demonstrate strong analytical and evaluative skills to universities. An A Level Psychology qualification is worth up to 56 UCAS points, depending on the grade achieved. Support is available for both learners resitting A Level Psychology and those taking it for the first time as a private candidate.
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What is the process like to register for the A Level Psychology Exam?
- You can register for your A Level Psychology exam through the above link or by visiting our A Level Psychology Resit page on Pass A Level. Ideally, aim to book your exam six months before the exams are due to take place, usually around December.
- After booking your exam, you will receive a confirmation invoice by email. The Pass A Level team will then collect some additional information from you.
- You will be booked in as an A Level Psychology private candidate at a local examination centre. The team will confirm the date, time and location of your exams in advance so you are fully prepared for exam day.
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How can I revise A level Psychology online?
We can provide some free A Level Psychology online resources:
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When can I take my A Level Psychology exam?
A Level Psychology exams take place in the summer of each year, usually across May and June, with results day typically at the end of August.
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What do I need to pass the qualification?
To gain your A Level Psychology qualification, you will need to pass your exams, which assess your understanding of psychological theories, research methods, analysis, and evaluation, depending on the specification.
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Exam Boards
Booked through Pass A Level, the A Level Psychology private candidate qualification will be awarded by either AQA, OCR, or Edexcel if you pass.
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A Level Psychology Exam Information - AQA (7182)
The AQA A Level Psychology qualification has no previous learning requirements. Any entry requirements are set at the discretion of schools and colleges, although AQA recommends that learners have skills equivalent to those developed through a GCSE course.
Paper 1
Topics
Introductory Topics in Psychology
Compulsory content 1-4
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions (four compulsory sections, 24 marks each)
Paper 2
Topics
Psychology in Context
Compulsory content 5-7
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions (three compulsory sections)
Paper 3
Topics
Issues and Options in Psychology
Compulsory content 8 plus three optional topics
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions (one compulsory section plus three optional sections)
A Level Psychology Exam Information - Edexcel (9PS0)
The Edexcel A Level Psychology qualification has no prior learning or other requirements. The qualification is open to all learners.
Paper 1: Foundations in Psychology
Overview of Content
Topic 1: Social psychology
Topic 2: Cognitive psychology
Topic 3: Biological psychology
Topic 4: Learning theories
Overview of Assessment
Written examination. Students answer all questions from five sections. Sections A-D total 70 marks and use mixed question types, including stimulus and data response, short-answer and extended response questions (A: Social, B: Cognitive, C: Biological, D: Learning). Section E (Issues and debates) is 20 marks and contains two extended response questions. Formulae and statistical tables are provided. Calculators may be used.
Paper 2: Applications of Psychology
Overview of Content
Mandatory: Topic 5 - Clinical psychology
Optional (study one): Topic 6 - Criminological psychology, Topic 7 - Child psychology or Topic 8 - Health psychology
Overview of Assessment
Written examination with two sections. Students answer all questions in Section A and all questions from one chosen optional topic area in Section B. Section A (Clinical) is 54 marks and includes mixed question types with a 20-mark response. Section B is 36 marks and includes mixed question types for the chosen option. Formulae and statistical tables are provided. Calculators may be used.
Paper 3: Psychological Skills
Overview of Content
Topic 9: Psychological skills
Methods
Synoptic review of studies
Issues and debates
Overview of Assessment
Written examination. Students answer all questions from three sections. Section A (Research methods) is 24 marks with mixed question types. Section B is 24 marks with questions based on psychological studies and one extended response based on classic studies from Topics 1-5. Section C is 32 marks and includes two extended response questions on issues and debates. Formulae and statistical tables are provided. Calculators may be used.
A Level Psychology Exam Information - OCR (H567)
There is no formal requirement for prior knowledge to study OCR A Level Psychology, as all required subject content and skills are taught within the specification. The qualification supports progression to higher education or employment and is open to all learners.
Paper 1: Research Methods
Content Overview
Planning, conducting, analysing and reporting psychological research across a range of experimental and non-experimental methodologies and techniques.
Assessment Overview
Written paper.
Paper 2: Psychological Themes Through Core Studies
Content Overview
Introduces central areas of investigation in psychology organised into key themes. Each key theme is represented by a classic and a contemporary core study.
Assessment Overview
Written paper.
Paper 3: Applied Psychology
Content Overview
Compulsory section on issues in mental health. Learners also study two applied options chosen from: Child psychology, Criminal psychology, Environmental psychology, Sports and exercise psychology.
Assessment Overview
Written paper.
A Level Psychology Exam Dates 2026
| Date | Time | Duration | |
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| Paper 1 - AQA Paper 1 - AQA | 15 May 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 2 - AQA Paper 2 - AQA | 20 May 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 3 - AQA Paper 3 - AQA | 05 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 1 - Edexcel Paper 1 - Edexcel | 15 May 2026 | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 2 - Edexcel Paper 2 - Edexcel | 20 May 2026 | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 3 - Edexcel Paper 3 - Edexcel | 05 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 1 - OCR Paper 1 - OCR | 15 May 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 2 - OCR Paper 2 - OCR | 20 May 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 3 - OCR Paper 3 - OCR | 05 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Results Day Results Day | 13 August 2026 | All Day | - |
A Level Psychology FAQs
What is required to pass my A level Psychology qualification?
Are there any requirements for the A level Psychology qualification?
It is recommended that learners have grades of 4/C or above in GCSE Maths or English (or an equivalent qualification) before booking an A Level Psychology exam.
Is this the same A level Psychology qualification that I would get in school or college?
The A Level Psychology exam is identical to those taken in schools and colleges. Once the exam is successfully completed, learners are awarded the same A Level Psychology qualification as they would receive through a school or college.
Where will I take my A Level Psychology exam?
When can I take my A Level Psychology exams?
A Level Psychology exams typically run throughout May and June of each year.
Is it worth resitting A Level Psychology?
Can I take A level Psychology online?
How can I revise for my A level Psychology exam?
To revise for A Level Psychology online, you can access free A Level Psychology revision resources. These include detailed revision notes and past papers to help you prepare effectively for your A Level Psychology exam.
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