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Education with Psychology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Education with Psychology BA (Hons)
Explore and analyse how children and young people learn and develop. Our interdisciplinary approach to the subject draws on a range of social sciences.
Education with Psychology is a social science degree that blends sociological, psychological, political and philosophical perspectives.
This degree encourages you to examine in depth the social and developmental contexts of childhood and youth. You’ll study topics like:
how educational and governmental practices and policies impact learning
the barriers to education, learning and wellbeing faced by many...
Explore and analyse how children and young people learn and develop. Our interdisciplinary approach to the subject draws on a range of social sciences.<br/><br/>Education with Psychology is a social science degree that blends sociological, psychological, political and philosophical perspectives.<br/><br/>This degree encourages you to examine in depth the social and developmental contexts of childhood and youth. You’ll study topics like:<br/><br/>how educational and governmental practices and policies impact learning<br/>the barriers to education, learning and wellbeing faced by many young people around the world<br/>contemporary issues and challenges that affect children, families and young people.<br/>You’ll explore government priorities relating to children’s lives and wellbeing and develop skills in evaluating policy and practice. With the knowledge you’ll gain from research methods, and core and optional units, you will be able to specialise according to your interests. You will also apply your knowledge through a dissertation or project on a topic of your choice.<br/><br/>The course includes an optional professional placement with an approved organisation. During this, you’ll work with or for children and young people.<br/><br/>With the support of our academic staff, you’ll develop the skills needed to positively impact young people’s lives.<br/><br/>Informed teaching to advance your learning<br/>You’ll learn from teaching staff with interdisciplinary expertise. Their passion, knowledge and research inform our teaching, which provides a flexible, high-quality learning experience that is interactive, engaging and student-focussed.<br/><br/>Their teaching aims to help you apply interdisciplinary knowledge to complex real-life situations related to education and child development, as well as children and young people’s lives, mental health, and family life.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
V100
Institution Code
B16
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:9 A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 30 credits achieved at Distinction and 9 credits achieved at Merit or above. This must include at least 9 credits achieved at Distinction in an essay-based subject. Although we do not specify any particular subjects or units, we expect at least one of your subjects to include academic essay writing. Social sciences units, such as Psychology, Sociology, Social Policy, and Education, provide excellent preparation for this course. Suitable applicants progressing via this route will be invited to interview as part of the admissions process. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 Typical IB offer: 35 points overall and 6, 5, 5 in 3 Higher Level subjects Contextual IB offer: 35 points overall and 5, 5, 5 in 3 Higher Level subjects Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DDM in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF). We prefer the above qualifications to be in a relevant subject area and are unable to consider qualifications in Public Services, Uniformed Protective Services, Travel and Tourism and other less relevant disciplines. We prefer you to have studied some of the following units: Psychological Perspectives, Physiological Disorders and their Care, Understanding Mental Wellbeing, Biochemistry for Health, Sociological Perspectives, Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs, Policy in Health and Social Care, Assessing Children’s Development Support Needs. You must also have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or C including English, Mathematics and a science subject. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B AB in two Advanced Highers. We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AABBB in their Highers. A levelA,B,B Typical offer: ABB in three A levels. Contextual offer: BBB in three A levels. Alternative offer: BBB in three A levels plus additional study - please see the course pages on our website. T LevelD Distinction and B D overall with grade B in the core component in a T Level. We are able to consider the above T Level technical qualification in Education and Childcare. Suitable applicants progressing via this route will be invited to interview as part of the admissions process. |
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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