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BA (Hons) Education Studies with Psychology

De Montfort University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationship between education and psychology. You will explore the theories and practices of teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as the social and cultural factors that influence educational settings. You will also learn about the psychological principles that underpin human behavior in educational contexts, including motivation, cognition, and emotional intelligence. By combining these two disciplines, you will gain a unique perspective on the complex issues involved in education and be well-equipped to make a positive impact in this field.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in education, but also want to understand the psychological aspects of learning and teaching. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including our dedicated psychology laboratory and education resources center. Our experienced lecturers have extensive knowledge and experience in both education and psychology, ensuring that you receive a well-rounded and practical education. Plus, our close ties with local schools and educational institutions provide ample opportunities for work experience and networking.

Unlock Your Potential as an Educator at De Montfort University

De Montfort University is the perfect choice for students who want to make a difference in the field of education. Our commitment to excellence in teaching and research means that you will receive a high-quality education that prepares you for a successful career. Plus, our location in Leicester provides easy access to a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, colleges, and universities. At De Montfort University, we are passionate about creating knowledgeable and compassionate educators who can make a positive impact on society.

Why You Should Study This Course

If you want to make a positive change to young people’s lives and society as a whole, then studying this course is your first step.

Education Studies with Psychology examines how childhood is understood and shaped by society and how educationalists and psychologists theorise personal, social, emotional and intellectual development.

Recent graduates have gone on to work in teaching, education practice, early years childcare, youth work, educational publishing, the creative industries or choose to progress to postgraduate level courses, such as our Education Practice MA.

You’ll cover topics including perspectives on education, thinking and learning in higher education, historical and contemporary issues and childhood, social justice and education, as well as developing your professional agency through placement in year one.

General Eligibility

GCSEs

  • Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language or English Literature

Plus one of the following:

A levels

  • A minimum of 104 UCAS points from at least two A levels

T Levels

  • Merit

BTEC

  • BTEC National Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

  • BTEC Extended Diploma - Distinction/Merit/Merit

 Access to HE Diploma 

  • Pass in QAA accredited Access to HE overall 112 UCAS tariff with at least 30 Level 3 credits at Merit. 

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

The modules offered can change each year depending on expertise, timetabling and student interests. The following modules are indicative of current teaching:

  • Historical and Contemporary Issues in Education

  • Perspectives on Education

  • Evidence-based Teaching and Learning

  • Core Areas of Psychology

2 Year 2

The following modules are indicative of current teaching:

  • Researching Education 

  • Contexts for inclusion

Plus, select one or two modules from:

  • Global Comparative Education

  • Contemporary Perspectives on Childhood, Youth and Education

  • Computer Programming as a Tool for Learning

  • Music in the Life of the Primary School 

  • Perspectives on Diversity: Rhetoric or reality

  • How People Learn 

  • Preparing for Professional Practice

  • Forest School and Outdoor learning  

  • The ‘Priorities’ and Politics of Education 

  • Applied Performance

Plus two modules from:

  • Social Psychology

  • Abnormal Psychology

3 Year 3

The following modules are indicative of current teaching:

Core module:

  • Education Dissertation

Plus, select two modules from:

  • Special Educational Needs and Disabilities 

  • Education and Equality: Class, Race and Ethnicity

  • Gender and Education

  • Adult Learners and Life-long Learning

  • Radical Educations 

  • Creativity and Education

  • Reflection on Practice: Teaching and Learning 

  • Education and Wellbeing 

Plus two modules from:

  • Counselling Psychology

  • Well-being and Positive Psychology

  • Psychology and Education

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 overall is essential.

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