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Cambridge A Level Psychology
Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology (9990) — the Cambridge syllabus for exams in 2024–2026. What it covers, how it is assessed, a link to the official syllabus, and the free study material Marlbridge publishes for it.
- Syllabus
- 9990
- Board
- Cambridge
- Qualification
- A Level
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Each topic below is from the official Cambridge document for Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology (9990), with its study guides, revision notes and practice questions together. Everything here is for Cambridge A Level Psychology (9990) only.
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AS Level
Topics 1–2. Usually studied in the first year, and assessed at AS.
- AS topic 1
The core studies
Covers Biological approach, Cognitive approach, Learning approach, Social approach
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- AS topic 2
Research methodology
Covers Research methods, Methodological concepts
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A Level
Topics 3–6. Studied in addition to the AS content for the full A Level.
- A Level topic 3
Specialist Option 1: Clinical Psychology
Covers Schizophrenia, Mood (affective) disorders: depressive disorder (unipolar) and bipolar disorder, Impulse control disorders, Anxiety disorders and fear-related disorders, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
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- A Level topic 4
Specialist Option 2: Consumer Psychology
Covers The physical environment, The psychological environment, Consumer decision-making, The product, Advertising
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- A Level topic 5
Specialist Option 3: Health Psychology
Covers The patient–practitioner relationship, Adherence to medical advice, Pain, Stress, Health promotion
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- A Level topic 6
Specialist Option 4: Organisational Psychology
Covers Motivation to work, Leadership and management, Group behaviour in organisations, Organisational work conditions, Satisfaction at work
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Source: Cambridge Assessment International Education — official syllabus PDF — 2024-2026 series. Verified 2026-08-19. Subtopics are shown where Marlbridge has entered them; a topic may have more in the official document. A topic listed here is part of the syllabus; it does not mean Marlbridge has published material for it. Always check the current syllabus for your examination year.
About this course
- Qualification
- Cambridge A Level Psychology
- Spec code
- 9990
- Does Marlbridge teach it?
- Not at the moment — free study resources only
- Are resources available?
- Yes — 9 published
- Is enrolment open?
- No — classes are not currently offered in this subject
- Official syllabus
- Cambridge syllabus for 2024–2026
- Topic checklist
- Printable 9990 checklist
- Where was this verified?
- 2026-08-19, official Cambridge specification
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The qualification
Cambridge International AS & A Level Psychology (9990)
Marlbridge's summary of the course
Cambridge International AS and A Level Psychology gives learners an insight into the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour, encouraging them to consider how psychology can help us understand the world.
The board's own description is on the official Cambridge syllabus page.
AS content covers four core approaches (Biological, Cognitive, Learning, Social), each built around 12 named core studies, assessed via Paper 1 (Approaches, Issues and Debates) and Paper 2 (Research Methods). A Level adds 2 of 4 specialist options (Clinical, Consumer, Health, Organisational Psychology), assessed via Paper 3 and Paper 4.
Specifications change between examination series. Always confirm the current syllabus and assessment structure on the Cambridge syllabus page for your examination year.
Assessment structure
Staged qualification
| Component | Duration | Marks | Weighting | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Approaches, Issues and Debates | 1h 30m | 60 | 25% | Written exam |
| Paper 2: Research Methods | 1h 30m | 60 | 25% | Written exam |
| Paper 3: Specialist Options: Approaches, Issues and Debates | 1h 30m | 60 | 25% | Written exam |
| Paper 4: Specialist Options: Application and Research Methods | 1h 30m | 60 | 25% | Written exam |
Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-28. Directly confirmed against the official PDF's "Assessment overview" (Syllabus overview, p.10-11): Paper 1 Approaches, Issues and Debates (1h30/60 marks, 50% of AS / 25% of A Level) and Paper 2 Research Methods (1h30/60 marks, 50% of AS / 25% of A Level) form the AS Level; Paper 3 Specialist Options: Approaches, Issues and Debates (1h30/60 marks, 25% of A Level only) and Paper 4 Specialist Options: Application and Research Methods (1h30/60 marks, 25% of A Level only) complete the full A Level. Weighting figures recorded here are the "% of A Level" figures (25+25+25+25=100); the AS-only route uses the separate 50%/50% figures instead, not modeled as a distinct record. All four papers externally assessed. This is the 2024-2026 syllabus edition (June/November series, also March in India); Its final examination year is 2026.
Questions about this course
How is Cambridge Psychology (9990) assessed?
Cambridge Psychology (9990) is assessed through: Paper 1 (Approaches, Issues and Debates) — 1h 30m, 60 marks, 25% of the qualification; Paper 2 (Research Methods) — 1h 30m, 60 marks, 25% of the qualification; Paper 3 (Specialist Options: Approaches, Issues and Debates) — 1h 30m, 60 marks, 25% of the qualification; Paper 4 (Specialist Options: Application and Research Methods) — 1h 30m, 60 marks, 25% of the qualification. It is a staged qualification. Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-28.
What topics does Cambridge A Level Psychology (9990) cover?
6 topics in the current syllabus: The core studies; Research methodology; Specialist Option 1: Clinical Psychology; Specialist Option 2: Consumer Psychology; Specialist Option 3: Health Psychology; Specialist Option 4: Organisational Psychology. The printable topic checklist lists every topic and subtopic on one page.
Can I get a tutor for Cambridge A Level Psychology (9990)?
Not at the moment. Marlbridge publishes free study resources for Cambridge A Level Psychology (9990) but is not offering classes in it.
Are there free Cambridge A Level Psychology (9990) revision notes and practice questions?
Yes. Marlbridge has published 9 free resources for this course (practice questions, revision notes, study guides), free to read with no sign-up.
The subject
Psychology study resources, organised by level and topic. Marlbridge is not offering classes in this subject at the moment.
Psychology at other qualifications
These are separate qualifications with different syllabuses and assessments — not different names for the same course. Check which one your school enters you for.
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