BSc (Hons) Psychology with Education

Psychology has never been more important in terms of influence on educational policy and practice. The meeting point between psychology and education represents an exciting, cutting-edge field of study with diverse approaches.This course shows you how different approaches to education impact upon learning and development. You’ll understand how psychology can inform education, and you’ll receive a sound basis for pursuing a wide range of future careers. These include teaching, youth work, psychology, counselling and social work.You’ll learn from experts in education and psychology who use their research to inform their teaching, introducing you to the latest debates in educational psychology. You’ll can also conduct your own research while exploring the relationship between the two disciplines.The course has both theoretical and practical components – you’ll benefit from opportunities to gain practical experience of working in an educational context to apply your theoretical knowledge.Course highlightsStudy in our world-ranked School of Education and School of Psychology alongside staff and students from across the globe.Learn from influential academics who are helping to shape policy in critical areas including curriculum, digital education and childhood.Gain valuable experience with a placement in a school or educational setting in Year 3.Prepare for your future with careers and employability support.Get the opportunity to study abroad and develop an international experience or undertake a work placement to gain practical experience.Benefit from graduate membership of the British Psychological Society (GMBPsS) after completing your degree.Studying in the School of EducationAccreditationThis course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). To read more about the benefits of undertaking an accredited programme please see the BPS website.

A-level: AAB in one or more of psychology, geography, mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, geology, economics, statistics, environmental science or computing.In general we expect applicants to have two ‘traditional’ academic subjects at A-level. See our accepted subjects document to see which subjects we accept.The Extended Project is welcomed but is not included as part of our offer. We do not accept any applied A Levels.GCSE: English language at grade 4/C and mathematics at grade 5/B. Plus one of the following at grade 5/B: physics, biology, chemistry, science or additional science. We also accept GCSE DA science (dual award) at grades 5-4/BC.Other course specific tests: DBS checkTo enrol on this course, you will need to have a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or equivalent by 30 September in the year you start the course, paid for by the School. We’ll send you a form and related guidance over the summer, which you should complete and return with the appropriate documents. It is essential to your successful registration that the DBS requirements are managed promptly.Find guidance on DBS checks and equivalent checks for international applicants on the DBS website.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma We accept science-based Access qualifications with 60 credits, including 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at distinction and 15 at merit, plus GCSE Maths and Science at grade B and English Language at grade C. BTEC We accept science-based BTEC qualifications (with Distinctions), alongside non-performance/arts based A-levels. Cambridge Pre-U D3, D3, M2, including at least one of the following: psychology, geography, mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, geology, economics, statistics, environmental science or computing. International Baccalaureate 35 points overall (16 at Higher Level). You must study a science at Higher Level and achieve grade 6 or above. Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 to include maths and science. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers AB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers or; A in Advanced Higher and AAABB in Highers or AAAABB in Highers, including maths and science. T-Levels We will consider T-levels in appropriate subjects as they become available. In all cases applicants should have GCSE English at 4 or above. Read more about UK and Republic of Ireland accepted qualifications or contact the School’s Undergraduate Admissions Team.