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Program Overview:
This three-year BPS-accredited degree combines core psychology with the study of educational theory and practice, preparing students to understand learning and development in diverse contexts. It’s ideal for those interested in careers related to education, child development, or educational psychology, blending scientific research with real-world applications.
Curriculum Structure
Year One
You’ll start with foundational modules in psychology and education, including Introduction to Psychology, Education in Contemporary Society, and Research Design and Analysis 1. These provide a solid grounding in psychological principles alongside educational theories.
Year Two
The second year deepens your understanding with topics like Developmental Psychology, Educational Psychology, Research Design and Analysis 2, and options such as Inclusion and Special Educational Needs. You’ll also enhance your research skills through practical projects.
Year Three
The final year focuses on advanced topics such as Psychology and Education Project, Cognitive Psychology, and Educational Policy and Practice. This year allows you to specialise in areas like learning difficulties, teaching methods, or psychological assessment.
Placement Option:
Keele offers opportunities for work placements or voluntary experience in educational settings to gain hands-on insights and improve employability.
Focus Areas:
Developmental psychology, educational theory, cognitive processes, research methods, inclusion, and learning support.
Learning Outcomes:
Graduates will be equipped to apply psychological principles to educational challenges, conduct research, and critically evaluate education systems and policies.
Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) eligibility.
Reputation & Facilities:
Keele University enjoys high student satisfaction with excellent teaching and modern facilities, including dedicated education and psychology labs set in a vibrant campus environment.
This BPS-accredited program combines psychology with educational theory and practice, focusing on understanding learning and development in real-world contexts.
Key practical experiences include:
Graduates develop skills applicable to education, mental health, research, and social support roles.
Typical roles include:
Educational Psychologist (with further training), Learning Support Assistant, Child Development Specialist, Behavioural Support Worker, Educational Researcher
Career and academic support includes:
Further Academic Progression
Many graduates continue to postgraduate programs in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Special Education, or Child Development, supported by Keele’s strong academic and professional networks.
A Levels: You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths.IB: 555 in three Higher Levels, or 30 points & 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, or 3 in IB Middle Years Maths, or 3 in IB Diploma Standard Level Maths (any)TOEFL: 79 with 17 (writing), 17 (listening), 18 (reading) and 20 (speaking)IELTS: 6.0 with 5.5 in all componentsCBSE: Average of 70% from four subjects; 6 or C2 in Secondary School Examination Maths, or Pass in Standard XII Maths, plus an English language qualificationEducational psychologistPrimary or secondary school teacherSpecial educational needs coordinator (SENCO)Educational consultantSchool counselorYouth workerSocial workerHuman resources specialistResearcher or data analyst in educationPublic policy advisor in education
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