Psychology 0266

Cambridge IGCSE Psychology (0266) is designed for learners typically aged 14–16, but it can be taken at any age. The qualification encourages students to think like psychologists by exploring human behaviour, mental processes and research methods. It develops both knowledge and transferable skills such as interpretation, application and analysis. 

The course emphasises understanding psychological theories and explanations across core topics such as memory, perception, motivation and social behaviour. Students are exposed to named psychological studies that support learning and insight into real-world behaviour. 

Learning progresses from core concepts and methods to the application and evaluation of psychological theory. Students gain familiarity with research approaches used in psychology, equipping them with foundational academic skills useful for further study. 

Assessment prepares learners for real exam conditions through two externally marked papers that cover knowledge and understanding as well as application and analysis across the syllabus content.