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Psychology HL

HL approaches, one option topic and genuine Paper 3 research-methods practice, built from original studies and scenarios.

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Key concepts

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01

Sociocultural approach

How culture and social context shape behaviour, examined on Paper 1 at HL depth.

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02

Developmental psychology (option)

One HL option topic on cognitive and social development across the lifespan, examined on Paper 2.

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03

Research methods

Designing, critiquing and interpreting psychological studies from an unseen stimulus, examined on HL-only Paper 3.

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Structured progression

Revision Ladder

Start with foundations, then move through application and challenge. Stages use activity marks and complexity.

Stage 1

Foundation

Recall core ideas and establish reliable methods.

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Apply

Connect concepts and apply them in exam-style contexts.

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Stage 3

Challenge

Tackle the highest-mark, multi-step activities available.

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