About Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of human cognition, emotion, and action.
This page contains resources and tools to help support:
- internal and external assessment (exams)
- teachers delivering this subject
- learners taking this subject.
Changes to Level 1 Psychology
Psychology is no longer available at NCEA Level 1.
On this page
Assessor Support
See how our online resources and workshops can support and improve your assessment practice.
Assessor SupportPsychology standards
Exemplars, reports, past exams and assessment schedules
Assessment specifications
2025 assessment specifications
Assessor support materials for internal assessment
National moderator's report
Annual reports on issues and trends in assessment
View moderator's reportRequest clarification form
Teachers can request clarification of a standard with this form
Open request clarification formRemote assessment matrix
Guidance for teachers if learning and assessment needs to be completed remotely
Download matrix [PDF, 74 KB]Alternative evidence gathering templates
Templates for student results when direct assessment is not possible
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Career guidance
Career information and tools to help your students on careers.govt.nz
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