A-level Psychology or English Literature?

My other 3 a level choices are Maths, Biology and Chemistry. I'd want to focus on these 3 so do not want a majorly heavy 4th option but I don't know which to choose?
I enjoy English lit at GCSE but I do struggle with revising for the exams and I'm not sure if the work load is a lot? I am currently working at an A/A* in English.
I've never done Psychology before and the course looks so interesting! I'd love to do it but is it considered 'soft'?
I want to do a degree in orthoptics so neither are required.

Reply 1

Studentppe

Psychology, it's dead easy and actually respected for some reason. Plus it's 'science based' and so will slot in with your subjects better.

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Reply 2

greentron6

Actually, I would choose Literature. Psychology is classified as a soft subject (meaning it's not as respected much) and believe it or not, many people do poorly in it because there is a lot of content you need to cram in, which I've heard is usually boring.
Choosing Literature allows you have an essay-based subject which your choices are currently lacking in and unlike Psychology, Literature is a facilitating subject, being more respected. Having your subjects all Science-based may be a little boring, so it's best to show diversity.

Reply 3

Aminoor123

If you want something more intresting and fun...then Psychology as its really intresting to learn. I do Psychology and English Lit along with 2 sciences. I prefer psychology a lot more than English.