Course Summary

What impact does emotional well-being have on a young person's learning? How can psychological theory be applied to support learners in a range of educational contexts? This course explores these questions and more. Why Education with Psychology? * You’ll have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills that can be applied to a range of roles in education, learner support, counselling and mentoring, educational psychology and more. This course is a recognised progression route on to primary teacher training. * You’ll be taught alongside students on other courses in education and social sciences, allowing for an enriched learning experience in both subject areas. The course structure enables you to choose from a wide range of modules, giving you the opportunity to develop your particular interests. You’ll explore key theories and concepts related to a range of educational contexts, covering psychological, sociological, political, economic and cultural issues. * You’ll be encouraged and supported to undertake voluntary work experience to contextualise your learning in the summer term of your first or second year. There's an option module in the second year called Psychology and the World of Work. If you take this module you'll complete a work placement and reflect on your experience to support your future career progression.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 Core modules: Theories and Strategies for Learning Issues in Contemporary Education Introduction to Social Psychology and Personality Introducing Counselling Theory Year 2 Core modules: Safeguarding Children and Young People Philosophical Approaches to Education Social Psychology and Personality Developmental Psychology Option modules: Choose one from a list which may include: Health Psychology The Psychology of Victimisation and Survivorship Advanced Theories of Counselling Contemporary Debates in Gender and Sexuality Year 3 Core modules: Research Methodologies Students must select either Specialist Block A or B: Specialist Block A: Core module: Critical Education Option modules: Choose one from a list which may include: Supporting Learning in Young Children Health and Wellbeing Promoting Positive Behaviour in the Early Years Critical Approaches to Inclusive Education Specialist Block B: Core module: Psychology of Education Option modules: Choose one from a list which may include: Behaviourism and Positive Behaviour Change Psychology of Health and Wellbeing Personal Relationships States of Consciousness

Course Details – Assessment Method

Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: D087

Institution code: H60

Campus Name: Main Site

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.

or above.

112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.


In addition you must: * Have GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. * Be able to demonstrate appropriate personal qualities and attitudes for working with children and families. * Attend an interview, as required. If you choose to undertake the optional work placement module in Year 2, you may need satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearances prior to undertaking the placement. Any required DBS checks will be the responsibility of the student and placement provider. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/howtoapply/entryrequirements/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.

Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.

https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/where-are-you-from/

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 66%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 80%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
EU 15000.0 Year 1
International 15000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

This information is for applicants applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2021/22. Please note that your tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X). This webpage will be updated with 2022/23 tuition fees as information becomes available. If you are an EU or International student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/tuition-fees/ Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.

Provider information

Queensgate
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Huddersfield
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