A level Psychology

My love of Psychology began many years ago when I first started studying it at University and I loved it so much that I went on to study for a Masters degree in Health Psychology. As a result, I am passionate about teaching this subject and I tailor my lessons to suit the needs and goals of every student.

Psychology at A level can sometimes appear to be a jumble of research studies and statistics which can leave many students confused and bewildered, but I can help you unpick those theories which at first can seem a little complicated – help you understand the concepts and show you how they can be applied in a number of diverse settings.

Getting a good grade in exams is not just about knowing the subject – it is also about selecting the relevant material to answer the question set and many students end up with disappointing results because they include a lot of irrelevant material in their answer – practice with past papers helps you to select only what is relevant – you don’t get marks for including material that has not been asked – obvious ye! But many students fall down here but with expert guidance you won’t fall into this trap! Good exam technique is a skill which can be learnt and I provide advice and support in helping you to focus on what the examiner is looking for using a variety of techniques such as past papers, various types of command words, time management skills, question planning and writing. Don’t get yourself in a panic – reach out for some expert help!

I mainly specialise in the AQA exam board and offer this subject both online and face to face with a minimum of once a week - but it can be more intensive if required.

Adult Learning

Are you a mature student? Have you returned to study after a break having a family? Or maybe you are changing careers and need a new qualification?

An adult has different challenges compared to when you are at school and I know what that is like as I was a mature student myself juggling family commitments, work and as well as studying which can add unwanted pressure when your time is limited. Having a coach or mentor can keep you motivated and on track which can be invaluable to help you sort out the important from the less important and help you to prioritise your tasks.

We can offer study support for the following-

• Psychology at degree and postgraduate level including research methods and planning your dissertation
• Study skills such as skim reading, research and essay writing
• How to reference correctly from primary and secondary sources, citations and footnotes