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OCR A-Level Psychology Revision

Adaptive practice aligned to the Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Examinations specification. 8 topics, exam-style questions, and instant AI feedback.

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About OCR A-Level Psychology

OCR provides GCSE and A-Level qualifications with a strong academic heritage. Their specifications are developed in partnership with the University of Cambridge and are widely adopted across England.

A-Level Psychology provides a scientific understanding of human behaviour and mental processes, covering topics such as memory, attachment, social influence, psychopathology, biopsychology, and research methods. It is a science A-Level, which surprises some students — you will need to understand experimental design, statistical analysis, and how to evaluate research evidence critically.

Topics in OCR A-Level Psychology

1 Approaches

2 Biopsychology

3 Research Methods

4 Memory

5 Attachment

6 Social Influence

7 Psychopathology

8 Issues & Debates

Study Tips for OCR Psychology

For every study you learn, know the aim, method, results, and conclusion, but also prepare at least two evaluation points covering strengths and limitations of the methodology. Evaluation is where the higher marks are.

Master research methods thoroughly — understand experimental designs, sampling techniques, types of data, ethical guidelines, and statistical tests. Research methods questions appear across every paper and are worth a significant proportion of the total marks.

Use the GRAVE acronym (Generalisability, Reliability, Application, Validity, Ethics) as a framework for evaluating studies. This ensures your evaluation points are structured and comprehensive rather than vague.

Create comparison tables for different psychological approaches (biological, cognitive, behavioural, psychodynamic, humanistic). Being able to compare and contrast approaches is essential for synoptic questions.