Course summary
Gain a deep understanding of educational theory and practice, along with a solid grounding in modern psychology, with our BA Education and Psychology course.
This joint course brings together two complementary disciplines. You’ll benefit from the expertise of academics in our Institute of Education and the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences.
You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how the mind functions, and how that combines with sociological factors to influence the educational experience.
The course offers excellent training for a career or further study in psychology, and also prepares you for postgraduate teacher training and routes to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
For more information, please visit the course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/education-ug/ba-education-and-psychology
Modules
These are the modules that we currently offer for 2026/27 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Core modules for this course:
- Education for Inclusion
- Exploring Education Practice
- Learning about Learning
- Debates in Mental Health
- Introductions to Psychological Research
Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- October 2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X316
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- X316
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS TariffNot accepted
A levelABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM
Access to HE DiplomaD: 30 credits
M: 15 credits
Scottish HigherAABBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma is only accepted when taken alongside one other acceptable level 3 qualification such as an A level or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)DDM
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate can also be accepted when taken alongside other acceptable level 3 qualifications e.g. two A levels or a BTEC National Diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Not accepted
Scottish Advanced HigherABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A - B
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved.
Extended ProjectB
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2, H3, H3, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3, M2, M2
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths C (or 4), English Language or English Literature C (or 4) and Science C (or 4).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDM
OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaDD
The Cambridge Technical Diploma is only accepted when taken alongside one other acceptable level 3 qualification such as an A level or Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory DiplomaDDM
OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateNot accepted
T LevelD
Minimum grade C in the Core Component.
Contextual offers for this programme are typically two grades beneath our standard entry requirement, e.g. BBC.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | We require a minimum score of 88 overall with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | B | We require a grade B or 193 overall. |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | C | We require a grade C or 200 overall. |
| PTE Academic | 64 | We require a minimum score of 64 overall with at least 51 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| Institution's Own Test | Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP). We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). | |
| Trinity ISE | Merit | We require a Merit in each element from ISE II. If you take ISE III or ISE IV, we require a Pass in each element. |
Full list of acceptable English Language Testshttp://www.reading.ac.uk/ad-EnglishTests.aspx
Contextual admissions
We issue offers to best fit the different circumstances and experiences of our applicants. We take a tailored and holistic approach, considering extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We recognise that some students are more likely than others to face barriers to fulfilling their academic potential at school, through no fault of their own. More information on our supportive offer making approaches can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/what-offer-will-i-get
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For Home students: The University will charge undergraduate home tuition fees at the upper limit set by the UK Government for the relevant academic year. The University will increase tuition fees for Home Undergraduate Students at the start of each academic year, in line with this and the new fee will be communicated to you.
For EU and International students: The University will increase Tuition Fees for International Undergraduate and Integrated Foundation Year Programme Students at the start of each academic year (September). The new fee for each academic year of your Programme will be communicated to you
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