Psychology with Education Studies with Foundation Year (Hons) Canterbury Christ Church University

Overview

The Psychology with Education Studies with Foundation Year (Hons) at Canterbury Christ Church University offers a comprehensive introduction to the intersection of human behaviour and the educational environment. This four-year programme is specifically designed for students who may not meet standard entry requirements, providing a robust foundation year to develop essential academic skills before progressing to full degree-level study. You will explore how psychological principles can be applied to improve teaching, support diverse learners, and shape inclusive educational policies.

Why Psychology with Education Studies with Foundation Year (Hons) at Canterbury Christ Church University?

Students benefit from an environment ranked 3rd in the UK for student experience and top 10 for teaching quality in the subject area of Psychology according to The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society, ensuring that graduates are eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities in the Verena Holmes building and learn from a multidisciplinary team of experts, including former teachers and educational psychologists.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum blends core psychological science with applied education studies. Modules may include:

• Behaviour, Body and Biology
• Psychology in the Present
• The Big Question
• Interdisciplinary Communication Skills
• Interdisciplinary Modules
• Employability
• Major Project

Careers with Psychology with Education Studies with Foundation Year (Hons)

Graduates are well-prepared for a variety of roles within schools, local authorities, and charitable organisations. Immediate career opportunities often include positions as teaching assistants, learning support practitioners for special educational needs, family support workers, or education project officers. The degree also serves as a vital stepping stone for those wishing to pursue postgraduate training to become chartered educational psychologists, qualified teachers, or play therapists. The transferable skills gained in critical evaluation and reflective practice are also highly valued in social work, probation services, and counselling.