Course Overview

Explore educational psychology and what it means to be a student in an educational setting.

As part of this course,

you’ll:

• Investigate the place where the two subjects meet with a strong focus on research and enquiry

• Look at how education should adapt to meet the needs of an individual to overcome difficulties and barriers to their learning

• Explore research methods and the ethical issues associated with educational psychology

• Take an active role in research to develop and apply your theoretical knowledge

• Think about the future of education using psychology as a driver of change

This course will enable you to develop graduate expertise in a variety of areas. You’ll be able to identify barriers to learning and devise strategies to help individuals to thrive in an educational setting. You’ll have specific knowledge of conditions such as autism, and a critical understanding of the local, national, and international contexts of education. Your understanding of policy-based responses will enable you to operate within a complex and rapidly changing landscape.

You’ll join a supportive academic community with access to a range of guest speakers who will share their experiences and expertise on educational issues. Previous speakers have covered topics including social work, employability and enterprise activity and we have welcomed speakers from the Alliance for Inclusive Education.

Specialist facilities and learning spaces will enhance and inspire your academic and practical development. Your course and assessments will enable you to develop strong problem-solving skills. Group work theory will be embedded throughout your modules to equip you with a rounded skillset in the workplace

General Eligibility

Access to HE Diploma

Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points.

T Levels

Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.

Scottish Awards

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.

Irish Leaving Certificate

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at a higher levels of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.

International baccalaureate

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.