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A Level Psychology Exam
A Level Psychology Exam
A Level Psychology exam booking for resits and private candidates. Sit an Ofqual-regulated exam at a local centre with expert support.
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Fast-Track A Level Psychology Qualification. Book your exam and progress without the traditional two-year school route.
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Ofqual-Regulated A Level Psychology Exam. Achieve the same recognised qualification awarded through school or college.
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How does the A Level Psychology exam process work?
Not sure how to begin the process of booking your A Level Psychology exam? Pass makes it simple. From choosing the right exam board, enroling onto our online A level courses, to understanding how the exams work, our team is available to guide you through each step and answer any questions you may have.
A Level Psychology exams are usually sat during the summer exam series at a Pass exam centre local to you. Private candidates and adult learners are welcome, and we take care of the important arrangements to help make the process as smooth as possible.
Get in touch today and one of our A Level exam advisors will talk you through your options and help you get on track to sit your A Level Psychology with confidence.
Reserve your place
Book your A Level Psychology exam using the registration form above. Once your booking has been received, the Pass Exams team will contact you to arrange a suitable local exam centre and confirm the next steps.
Take your exam
Before your exam day, we will send you full confirmation of your exam time, location and any important information you need, helping you feel fully prepared ahead of the assessment.
Receive your results
Your results will be released on the national A Level results day. Your exam centre will provide your final grade and any relevant collection or access details.
Take the next step in your career
Use your A Level Psychology qualification to move forward into university, degree apprenticeships, further study, or a wide range of professional and graduate-level pathways.
Fast-Track A Level Psychology Qualification
Achieve your A Level Psychology qualification without following the traditional two-year college route. With Pass supporting your exam booking, you can work towards your qualification in a flexible way that suits your schedule and future plans.
Ofqual-Regulated A Level Psychology Exam
This A Level Psychology qualification is fully regulated by Ofqual and holds the same status as an A Level completed through a school or college. Exams are available to private candidates and adult learners across the UK.
Low Cost Guaranteed, No Hidden Fees
We keep our A Level Psychology exam, and online A level Psychology course pricing straightforward and transparent. Your fee includes the essential exam arrangements, from your exam entry through to certification with the exam board, so you know exactly what to expect..
1 Reserve your place
Choose your preferred exam date, exam board and exam option online, then complete the checkout to secure your booking. If you want a broader overview before choosing your board, Pass’s A Level exam booking page explains the wider private candidate exam route.
2 Take your exam
Before your exam day, we will provide full confirmation of your exam time, exam centre location and all important information you need for the day. This gives you plenty of time to prepare and familiarise yourself with the exam rules and requirements in advance. On the day of your assessment, simply attend your local exam centre and sit your A Level Psychology exam alongside other candidates across the UK. Before exam day, it is also worth reading JCQ’s written exam guidance so you understand exam-room conduct and what to expect.
Exam Information
Exams are sat in person at a local exam centre
A Level Psychology exam dates are listed below
No previous qualifications or formal entry requirements are needed to take the exam
3 Receive your results
A Level results day is Thursday 12th August 2027. On this date, students across all exam boards and subjects receive their final grades.
If you are sitting your exams as a private candidate, your results will normally be provided by your exam centre. Different centres may issue results in different ways, so it is a good idea to check in advance whether your grades will be available for collection in person, sent by email, or posted to you.
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A Level Psychology Exam Information - AQA (7182)
The AQA A Level Psychology exam, and our online A level Psychology course is open to private candidates and adult learners. It assesses introductory topics, psychology in context, issues and options in psychology.
Paper 1
Topics
Introductory Topics in Psychology, covering compulsory content 1-4.
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions across four compulsory sections, each worth 24 marks.
Paper 2
Topics
Psychology in Context, covering compulsory content 5-7.
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions across three compulsory sections.
Paper 3
Topics
Issues and Options in Psychology, covering compulsory content 8 plus three optional topics.
Format
Multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions across one compulsory section plus three optional sections.
A Level Psychology Exam Information - Edexcel (9PS0)
The Edexcel A Level Psychology exam is open to private candidates and adult learners. It assesses foundations in psychology, applications of psychology and psychological skills.
Paper 1: Foundations in Psychology
Topics
Social psychology, cognitive psychology, biological psychology and learning theories.
Format
Written examination with five sections, using mixed question types, stimulus and data response, short-answer and extended response questions. Calculators may be used.
Paper 2: Applications of Psychology
Topics
Clinical psychology plus one optional topic from criminological psychology, child psychology or health psychology.
Format
Written examination with two sections. Students answer Section A and one chosen optional topic area in Section B. Calculators may be used.
Paper 3: Psychological Skills
Topics
Research methods, synoptic review of studies and issues and debates.
Format
Written examination with three sections, including mixed question types and extended response questions on issues and debates. Calculators may be used.
A Level Psychology Exam Information - OCR (H567)
The OCR A Level Psychology exam is open to private candidates and adult learners. It covers research methods, psychological themes through core studies and applied psychology.
Paper 1: Research Methods
Topics
Planning, conducting, analysing and reporting psychological research across experimental and non-experimental methodologies.
Format
Written paper assessing research methods and practical psychology skills.
Paper 2: Psychological Themes Through Core Studies
Topics
Central areas of psychology organised into key themes, with classic and contemporary core studies.
Format
Written paper assessing psychological themes, core studies and wider subject understanding.
Paper 3: Applied Psychology
Topics
Issues in mental health plus two applied options from child psychology, criminal psychology, environmental psychology or sports and exercise psychology.
Format
Written paper assessing applied psychology, options and synoptic understanding.
A Level Psychology Exam Dates
Summer 2027
| DATE | TIME | DURATION | |
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| AQA Paper 1 | Tuesday 18 May | Morning | 2h |
| AQA Paper 2 | Tuesday 25 May | Morning | 2h |
| AQA Paper 3 | Wednesday 9 June | Morning | 2h |
| Edexcel Paper 1 | Tuesday 18 May | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Edexcel Paper 2 | Tuesday 25 May | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Edexcel Paper 3 | Wednesday 9 June | Morning | 2h |
| OCR Paper 1 | Tuesday 18 May | Morning | 2h |
| OCR Paper 2 | Tuesday 25 May | Morning | 2h |
| OCR Paper 3 | Wednesday 9 June | Morning | 2h |
AQA Paper 1
AQA Paper 2
AQA Paper 3
Edexcel Paper 1
Edexcel Paper 2
Edexcel Paper 3
OCR Paper 1
OCR Paper 2
OCR Paper 3
FAQs
Can I book an A Level Psychology exam as a private candidate?
Yes. Pass can arrange your A Level Psychology private candidate exam entry at a suitable local exam centre. We also offer online courses to help prepare for you A levels online.
Can I resit A Level Psychology?
Yes. The option to resit any A Level exam is available for private candidates who need to improve their grade or complete the qualification.
Which exam boards are available for A Level Psychology?
AQA (7182), Edexcel (9PS0) and OCR (H567) are available for A Level Psychology exams.
Are there any entry requirements for A Level Psychology?
There are no previous learning requirements listed for the qualification. It is open to private candidates, adult learners and learners returning to education. If you need structured preparation before sitting the exam, Pass’s online A Level courses page lets you compare wider A Level study options.
When are the A Level Psychology exam dates?
A Level Psychology exams take place in the summer series. For 2026, papers are listed on 15 May, 20 May and 5 June, with results day on 13 August 2026. For the 2027 exams, A Level results day is Thursday 12th August 2027.
Is the A Level Psychology exam Ofqual-regulated?
Yes. The A Level Psychology exam is Ofqual-regulated and gives the same recognised qualification awarded through school or college. You can also refer to Ofqual’s GCE subject-level conditions and requirements for psychology for the official qualification rules.
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