1. There is Maths in Psychology!
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2. Why???
Psychology is a science requiring knowledge of how to do scientific research.
Maths is essential so that you can PRESENT & ANALYSE DATA from research!
At least 10% of the marks in all new Psychology A-levels will require the use of mathematical skills. These skills will be at least the standard of higher tier GCSE mathematics.

3. Don’t panic… … if you don’t like maths!
It isn’t more algebra or calculus!
Maths skills will be applied in the context of A-level Psychology.
You will mostly be learning about statistical concepts and techniques needed to make sense of data.
These will include………..

4. Mean, median, mode, range & standard deviation

5. Calculating percentages
You are allowed to use a calculator in the exam!

6. Drawing and interpreting graphs
You may be given some data and asked to draw an appropriate graph
You may be given a graph and asked to interpret/explain what it shows.

7. Analyse and interpret correlation, including correlation coefficients

8. Normal & skewed distributions of data

10. Still worried? Talk to us !!
We will teach you the skills that you need!
Remember, you can use a calculator in the exam.
Take a look at the specimen exam papers for examples of how maths will be assessed. You might be pleasantly surprised… 