On here you will find notes for topics on the AQA GCSE Psychology specification.
Use the links on the right hand side to navigate the pages for each topic. In some cases there will be supporting images/links to videos that will help you to understand the content.
Exam tips
The GCSE exam assesses your knowledge and understanding of key psychological theories and studies.
You need to try and learn the key studies for each topic.
Read the questions carefully as it will tell you which part(s) of the studies it wants you to write about.
In 6 mark questions that ask you to describe and evaluate, you will get 3 marks for describing and 3 for evaluation - so ensure you leave space for your evaluation.
In questions that give you a scenario - read this carefully as it will contain clues that will help you to answer the questions.
Answer every question!!!!
You have nothing to lose by having a go - every mark counts!
Plan your revision - there is a lot to remember for this exam so give yourself enough time to revise it all properly.
