Education and Psychology (with placement)

Education and Psychology (with placement)
This course explores how psychological theory helps us understand learning, development and wellbeing in education. Students examine how people think, feel and behave, and how this insight can be used to support learners more effectively.

Core areas include topics such as child development, mental health and wellbeing, identity, motivation and behaviour, alongside themes like inclusive practice, social justice and how education systems respond to different needs. Teaching is interactive and discussion-based, using lectures, seminars and workshops to apply theory to real-world challenges.

Students develop critical thinking, research and analytical skills, with opportunities for independent study and inquiry-based projects. Learning is supported by digital tools, and assessment is varied, including essays, presentations and research tasks. Placements and professional practice modules allow students to apply theory in real educational settings.

Graduates are prepared for a range of people-focused careers such as learning mentor, behaviour or wellbeing support roles, youth and family support work, and inclusion-focused positions. The course also supports progression into psychology-related roles and postgraduate study in education, mental health and related fields.

Why a placement year?
Your fourth year would be a placement year - an opportunity to get ahead of the competition with a professional placement in industry.

Why University of Gloucestershire?
University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study.

Our promises to you
UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching* (*eligibility conditions apply).
UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at.
UoG Connections Promise – offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.

Career focused courses
95% of our graduates are in work or further study and courses at UoG are designed in collaboration with industry partners and benefit from the professional experience and expertise of its staff. This approach ensures students gain practical, relevant knowledge that prepares them for real-world careers.

Student life
Home to 11,300 students and 900 staff across four campuses, University of Gloucestershire offers dynamic learning environments on the edge of the Cotswolds, the UK’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With over 45 festivals each year, global business placements nearby and more than 500 bars, clubs and pubs, Cheltenham is known as the ‘Festival Town’, while Gloucester blends rich history with a modern city feel, from its iconic cathedral to its famous docks.

Visit us.
Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all of your questions.

To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.