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Overview
A psychology degree can open up diverse career options in areas such as research, healthcare, social work, marketing, the police services, teaching and human resources.
On completion of the course you will also be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS); your first step to becoming a chartered psychologist. During this course you will combine the study of psychology with study of the practice and history of education and contemporary issues within education.
The Psychology with Education Studies (Hons) BSc programme at De Montfort University gives you an understanding of theories and research regarding the scientific study of mind and behaviour. You will also receive research methods training and be supported to undertake your own original Psychology research project in the final year of your studies.
Graduate Careers
Many of our students continue on to further postgraduate study within Psychology, along a number of accredited pathways. For example, you may wish to continue your professional development with one of the postgraduate degrees delivered at DMU.
A degree in psychology is also well-respected in a range of other sectors and can open up a variety of career opportunities. Examples include careers in:
- Police services
- Teaching
- Educational psychology
- Special needs co-ordination
- Social work
- Human resources
- Healthcare
- Research
- Advertising
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Historical Perspectives in Psychology
- Historical and Contemporary Issues in Education
- Further Research Methods for Psychologists
- Biological Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Personality and Intelligence
- Social Psychology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Psychology Educational Psychology View 176 other Bachelors in Educational Psychology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
GCSEs:
- Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language or Literature
Plus one of the following:
A levels:
- A minimum of 120 points from at least two A levels
BTEC:
- BTEC National Diploma - Distinction/Distinction/Merit
- BTEC Extended Diploma - Distinction/Distinction/Merit
International Baccalaureate:
- 30+ points
Access course:
- Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE overall 120 UCAS tariff with at least 30 L3 credits at Merit. English GCSE required as separate qualification. Equivalency not accepted within the Access qualification. It is normally required that students have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.
More requirements:
- International application form
- A copy of your qualifications
- A copy of your English language certificate
- A personal statement of at least 500 words explaining why you want to study your chosen course at DMU and any additional information
- A copy of your passport
- One reference
Tuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
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International
15250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15250 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Leicester
751 - 1426 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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