Edexcel IAL Psychology (YPS01) Past Papers

The January 2026 Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Subsidiary/Advanced Level Psychology series presented a highly rigorous assessment emphasizing contextualised application (AO2), advanced mathematical statistical processing (including Standard Deviation, Spearman's, Wilcoxon, and Chi-Squared calculations), and sophisticated synoptic essays.

The January 2025 Edexcel International A-Level Psychology examination series represents a highly balanced and rigorous assessment. Across all four units, there was a pronounced emphasis on methodological execution, statistical calculations (such as Spearman's rank, Wilcoxon signed ranks, and range), and the critical evaluation of both classic and contemporary studies. Extended writing tasks successfully tested synoptic connections, particularly focusing on issues of social control, ethics in animal research, and the debate between genetic and psychodynamic development.

A comprehensive analysis of the January 2024 Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level Psychology series (Units 1, 2, 3, and 4), highlighting core topic weightings, essential statistical calculations, scenario application strategies, and essay structures.