Education and Psychology

Learn how education and psychology are deeply intertwined and master the science of human development and learning, all while building robust research skills. You’ll gain the ability to improve wellbeing and launch a meaningful career across diverse clinical, educational and community settings.

Develop the knowledge, understanding and experience to tackle the defining challenges of our time, including the mental health crises, educational inequality and the fight for social justice.

This course will empower you to move beyond the classroom and into the community, equipping you with the scientific insight to improve wellbeing for children, young people and adults, and to drive systemic change.

To solve complex problems faced by societies across the globe, you’ll need more than one perspective - our curriculum blends the scientific rigour of psychology with the critical depth of education. You'll explore how we think and learn, and why educational and social systems succeed or fail. You will also investigate how psychological insights can foster sustainable development and inclusive practices in a changing world.

From day one, you'll challenge the status quo. We don’t just teach you the 'what' - we push you to question 'why', 'how' and 'for whom'. You will explore the golden thread of equality, diversity and inclusion that runs through every module, examining how culture, history and philosophy shape our understanding of human behaviour.

You’ll develop a comprehensive knowledge of major theories, historical developments and current research across key areas of psychology and education. You will also gain advanced skills to systematically evaluate complex theories, design and conduct independent research projects, and apply theoretical knowledge to propose evidence-based solutions for real-world challenges.

In a complex professional landscape, you will stand out as someone who can translate deep theoretical knowledge into strategies for solving real-world problems.

Accreditation

Application for accreditation submitted to the British Psychological Society.

Why study this course?

• Learn how to apply theory to the real world and improve lives - Learn to apply psychological theory to understand how people learn and develop, gaining the skills to improve lives in educational, clinical and community settings.

• Taught by experts - You will be taught by leading experts in the fields of education and psychology, as well as world-renowned innovators in research methods.

• Get the skills to kickstart your career - Employability is embedded into the heart of the programme, with dedicated time to develop your skills and knowledge, and give you the edge in a competitive job market.