From Confusing Research Methods… to Confident Exam Answers.
A step-by-step masterclass course for AQA A-Level Psychology that helps you understand Research Methods and apply it confidently in the exam.
Research Methods isn’t just another topic.
Research Methods is one of the most heavily tested sections of the AQA Psychology exam. It’s also the area where students lose the most marks.
Often, it’s the difference between a B and an A… or an A and an A*. And yet, most students revise it the wrong way:
Memorising definitions without knowing how to apply them.
Guessing what examiners want in 12-mark “design a study” questions.
Panicking when maths, statistics, or critical values appear on the paper.
The result? Marks are dropped not because students didn’t revise, but because they never learned how to use their knowledge in the exam.
From Struggling With Research Methods to an A*
“I got a C in my A level and knew I could do better. Research Methods was dragging my grade down… I bought the RM Masterclass for my resit — and jumped from a C to an A*”
Jumanah’s story:
I was getting a C in A level Psychology and knew I could do better. Research Methods was dragging my grade down, and I particularly struggled with the maths and application questions.
I bought the Bear it in Mind Research Methods Masterclass for my resit — and it was the best decision I made. I jumped from a C to an A*.
The short videos get straight to the point, and I found the exam-question walkthroughs especially helpful. They guide you through how to approach questions, compare your answers with model answers, and show you exactly how to tackle areas I’d struggled with, such as analysis questions.
The cheat sheets, quizzes and maths refreshers were also incredibly useful, particularly for understanding the patterns in questions and mark schemes.
I really liked the way difficult topics were explained using fun analogies, which made them much easier to remember.
The RM Masterclass was the best course I’ve bought, and my grade reflects that. I’m sure it will be extremely helpful for others too.
Research Methods Masterclass
A complete, exam-focused system designed specifically for AQA students that shows you how to think like an examiner and turn Research Methods into predictable marks.
If Research Methods feels confusing, you’re not alone.
Most students revise the content but still lose marks because they don’t know how to apply it in the exam.
This course shows you exactly how to break down Research Methods questions, structure strong answers, and avoid the mistakes that cost students easy marks.
I wanted to take the time to write to you and say thank you. I have just opened my A level results today and received 1 mark off an A*, which I never thought would have been possible. I truly think my result came down to your thorough YouTube videos and Research Methods master class (100% worth the money). As someone with dyslexia I find visual learning is the best way for me to revise which your videos have been an excellent tool to do that. Once again THANK YOU SO MUCH!
— Poppy W (Year 13 Psychology)What you get…
✅ 40+ Focused Video Lessons
Instead of memorising confusing definitions, you’ll see each Research Methods concept explained visually so it actually makes sense.
This helps you understand the topic properly and stop losing marks on exam questions.
✅ 40+ Short Exam Question Videos
Real AQA exam questions broken down step-by-step. You’ll learn:
1️⃣ How examiners award marks
2️⃣ What strong answers look like
3️⃣ How to structure your responses so you pick up as many marks as possible.
✅ Interactive Quizzes
Many students feel like they understand a topic until they try to answer a question.
After each lesson, you can test yourself with instant feedback, helping you quickly see what you know and what needs improving.
This strengthens your memory and makes it much easier to recall the information during the exam.
✅ Full Exam Paper Walkthrough
Finally, you’ll watch a full Research Methods paper solved step-by-step.
This shows you how everything fits together in a real exam situation, so you feel confident tackling the paper and maximising your marks.
I stopped worrying that Research Methods would bring my grade down
“I went into my exams feeling confident about Research Methods.”
Vicky’s story:
Research Methods was the part of Psychology I found most difficult, but the Research Methods Masterclass completely changed how I approached it.
The videos are engaging, and the images and visuals used while explaining concepts really helped me understand them. I also found the “test yourself” sections at the end of the videos incredibly useful because they prepared me for the types of questions I could be asked and helped me check whether I really understood the content.
The acronyms used to remember key concepts were another thing I found really helpful — they made things much easier to remember than simply learning lists of words.
Most importantly, the masterclass gave me confidence going into my exams. I no longer had that fear that Research Methods would be the thing bringing my grades down.
Taking the course was absolutely worth it and definitely helped me achieve my desired A level grade.
Enrol now!
Try the Research Methods Masterclass Risk-Free for 48 Hours
We’re confident this course will make Research Methods much clearer for you. If it doesn’t, email us within 48 hours for a full refund—no questions asked.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This course is designed for AQA A-Level Psychology students who want to improve their understanding of Research Methods and feel more confident answering exam questions.
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The course is designed specifically for AQA A-Level Psychology and follows the AQA Research Methods specification.
Many of the concepts also appear in other exam boards, but the examples and exam question walkthroughs are based on AQA past papers.
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The course covers the full range of Research Methods topics required for the AQA specification.
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The course is organised into 9 modules.
Modules 1–7 cover the key Research Methods concepts step-by-step.
Module 8 focuses specifically on how to answer the 12-mark Design a Study question.
Module 9 walks through a full Research Methods exam paper, showing how to apply everything in a real exam.
Each section includes:
A clear video explanation
A Test Yourself quiz with instant feedback
A past exam question walkthrough
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The course is structured step-by-step, which helps build understanding.
However, you’re free to jump to specific topics if you want to focus on areas you find most difficult.
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YouTube videos are great for explaining individual topics.
This course is different because it provides a complete structured system for mastering Research Methods.
You’ll be able to:
Work through the topic step-by-step
Test your understanding with quizzes
See how real exam questions are answered
It’s designed to help you turn knowledge into exam marks, not just watch explanations.
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The goal of the course is to help you:
Understand Research Methods clearly
Recognise patterns in exam questions
Structure answers the way examiners award marks
Many students find that once Research Methods finally makes sense, it becomes one of the most predictable parts of the exam.
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No. This is a one-time course purchase.
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Once you sign up, you’ll create an account and receive a verification email.
After logging in, you’ll immediately get access to the full course dashboard, where you can start working through the modules.
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Yes.
Once you purchase the course, you’ll have lifetime access, so you can revisit the lessons whenever you revise for mocks, end-of-year exams, or your final A-Level exams.
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The course works well for both Year 12 and Year 13 students.
Year 12 students can use it to build a strong foundation early, while Year 13 students often use it to clarify difficult topics and improve exam technique before exams.
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If you decide the course isn’t right for you, you can request a full refund within 48 hours of purchase. Simply email us with your order details and we’ll process it for you. Because the course provides instant access to digital materials, refunds are not available after the 48-hour period.
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