PSYCHOLOGY-H167 · Cambridge OCR AS Level
PSYCHOLOGY-H167/21
Psychological themes through core studies
Psychology - H167 · 2022 · Variant 1
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: OCR
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3.8 / 5
150
180 min
Research Design, Data Analysis, and Biological Core Studies
Cohort performance
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Total marks
150
Duration
180 min
Session difficulty
3.8 / 5
Key examiner messages
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The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications.
Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Core Studies), this assessment evaluated both the clinical-theoretical aspects of core research and the student's personal experience with empirical design.
Question difficulty map
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Assessment objectives
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Skill weighting
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Methodological
Weight: 9100%Statistical Calculation
Weight: 889%Graphical
Weight: 667%Analysis
Weight: 556%Synoptic
Weight: 444%Debate &
Weight: 333%Knowledge Retrieval
Weight: 222%
Method marks watchlist
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Recurring mistakes across years
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Question choice intelligence
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Level exemplars
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Grade & admission context
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Report type
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Deep insights
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Command word playbook
How to match each command word to the expected response style
Match the expected response style for “Outline” questions.
Give reasons and link mechanism to outcome; each point needs a because/so chain.
State features in sequence or list observable properties — do not explain causes unless asked.
Present multiple perspectives with evidence; balance breadth and depth.
Name or point to the specific feature asked for — avoid extra explanation.
Show formula, substitution, and unit; method marks need visible working.
Time traps
Sections where candidates spent disproportionate time relative to marks
Min per mark: 1.3
Min per mark: 1.3
Min per mark: 1.2
Min per mark: 1.2
Min per mark: 1.2
Syllabus traceability
Topics linked to questions and mark weighting in this session
Research methods and techniques
40 marks this session
Data recording, analysis and presentation
35 marks this session
Core Studies
25 marks this session
MCQ trap analytics
Commonly chosen wrong options from examiner commentary
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Topic heatmap across years
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Mark intensity
Data recording, analysis and presentation
Core Studies
Research methods and techniques
Areas, perspectives and debates
Key themes and areas of psychology
Difficulty trend
How session difficulty has shifted across recent years
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
H167/01 Research methods: H167/02 Psychological themes through core studies:
Marks you can still earn
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Practise what examiners flagged
Target weak topics from this report inside the Revui app
Research methods and techniques
40 marks this session
Practise in RevuiData recording, analysis and presentation
35 marks this session
Practise in RevuiCore Studies
25 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSelf-diagnostic checklist
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- 1Message
The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications.
- 2Message
Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Core Studies), this assessment evaluated both the clinical-theoretical aspects of core research and the student's personal experience with empirical design.
Teacher briefing pack
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2022 2022
Psychology - H167
The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications. Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Co
The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications.
Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Core Studies), this assessment evaluated both the clinical-theoretical aspects of core research and the student's personal experience with empirical design.
- Total marks
- 150
- Duration
- 180 min
- Session difficulty
- 3.8 / 5
Session analysis
The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications. Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Core Studies), this assessment evaluated both the clinical-theoretical aspects of core research and the student's personal experience with empirical design.
Updated Jun 14, 2026
Paper breakdown
H167/01 Research methods: H167/02 Psychological themes through core studies:
Top chapters
Exam structure insights
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Mark accessibility
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69% within easy or medium reach
Command word frequency
Spot common command words so answers match the expected response style.
Question type mix
Compare the mark share of each paper section and question type.
Short Answer
61·21·41%
Extended Essay / Design
40·4·27%
Mathematical & Graphical
19·4·13%
Multiple Choice
15·15·10%
Scenario-Based Analysis
15·3·10%
Study ROI
Bigger bubbles recur more often; higher bubbles carry more marks, helping you rank revision priorities.
Time vs marks
Compare marks with suggested time allocation to plan exam pacing.
Paper 1 Section A (…
0.76 m/minPaper 1 Section B (…
0.78 m/minPaper 1 Section C (…
0.83 m/minPaper 2 Section A (…
0.83 m/minPaper 2 Section B (…
0.83 m/minTotal marks
135
Total time
168 min
Avg pace
0.80
Next-year prediction
Topics worth watching next year, with the reason shown directly below each bar.
Social Area / Cognitive Area in Core Studies Debate
85%85%
Observations & Inter-rater Reliability
78%78%
OCR AS Level Psychology (H167) 2022 Exam Analysis
The June 2022 series of the OCR AS Level Psychology course presented a well-balanced yet challenging combination of foundational knowledge, practical methodological skills, and synoptic applications. Spanning Paper 1 (Research Methods) and Paper 2 (Psychological Themes through Core Studies), this assessment evaluated both the clinical-theoretical aspects of core research and the student's personal experience with empirical design.
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Total marks
- 75
- Weighting
- 50%
- Question types
- Short Answer, Short Answer / Essay, Applied Short Answer / Essay
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.