Subject-specific resources and references
Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology
| Authors | Helen J Kitching, Mandy Wood, Kimberley Croft, Lisa Holmes, Evie Bentley, Laura Swash |
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| Publisher | Hodder Education (Hachette Learning) |
| Published | 2022 |
| ISBN | 9781398353008 (Paperback) |
| Format | Print and Digital (Boost eBook, 2-year access available) |
Supports Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology (9990).
Description
This student book provides comprehensive coverage of the Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology syllabus, embedding key psychological theories, studies, and perspectives within real-world contexts to support understanding.
It guides learners through core studies and research methods while developing analytical, evaluation, and exam skills through structured activities and practice questions.
Core areas covered include:
• Biological, cognitive, learning, and social approaches
• Research methods in psychology
• Core studies and key experiments
• Issues and debates in psychology
• Applications such as health, abnormality, consumer behaviour, and organisations
The book features clear explanations, case studies, and exam-style tasks to encourage active learning and confidence in assessments.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology Coursebook 2nd Edition with Digital Access (2 Years)
| Authors | Julia Russell, Lizzie Gauntlett, Amy Papaconstantinou |
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| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Published | 2022 |
| ISBN | 9781009152488 |
| Format | Digital coursebook with 2 year online access |
Supports Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology (9990).
Description
This coursebook provides comprehensive coverage of the AS and A Level Psychology syllabus, combining key theories, research methods, and real-world applications. It is designed to support active learning and develop analytical and evaluative skills.
Students engage through group work, research projects, discussion tasks, and exam-style questions that build confidence for assessments. Accessible language, command words, and glossary definitions support learners with English as a second language.
Core areas covered include:
• Research methods in psychology
• Biological, cognitive, learning, and social approaches
• Issues and debates in psychology
• Clinical, consumer, health, and organisational psychology options
• Application of psychological theories to real-world issues
The coursebook also includes case studies, self-assessment opportunities, and activities that develop interpretation, application, and evaluation skills.