BA (Hons) Education with Psychology

BA (Hons) Education with Psychology

Combining the fields of education and psychology, our BA (Hons) Education with Psychology Studies degree course will give you a deeper understanding of our education system and learning theories exploring educational psychology and how people learn. As an education and psychology degree, it will let you examine the situations and ways of learning as well as the mental processes and behaviours involved in education.

The education and psychology degree will give you an understanding of how people are educated, influenced, informed and trained. You will be able to study educational psychology and the application of psychology studies to education. You will ask questions about how people learn and examine what makes learning more or less effective, studying the main learning theories and the psychology of education. You will learn about research techniques and methods and how to apply theory to real life applications.

Entry Requirements

For full details about entry to the BA (Hons) Education with Psychology Studies degree course, please speak to one of our specialist course advisors on 0800 056 3983 who will talk you through qualifications you need.

Where will I go from here?

Once you've successfully completed the Education and Psychology Studies degree, you'll have the personal and intellectual qualities needed for a career in school teaching or PCET training.  If you are interested in primary school teaching, then you can take the one-year Post Graduate Qualification (PGCE) in primary years. But this degree is also valuable in areas outside teaching too, from social work to marketing.

What will I gain?

When successfully completing a module you'll gain 20 credits. In order to gain an Honours Degree you will need to obtain a total of 360 credits - 120 credits at each level. However, if you prefer to graduate early, you can choose from the following intermediate awards.

  • Ordinary Degree - 300 credits (15 modules) 
  • Diploma of Higher Education - 240 credits (12 modules) 
  • Certificate of Higher Education - 120 credits (6 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Certificate - 40 credits (2 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Associate Certificate - 20 credits (1 module)

Remember that, whichever option you choose, you'll receive only one final award.

Assessment

There are a number of assessments that you complete as part of your studies and forward to your academic tutor for grading and comments.

You'll also take a summative assessment at the end of your module. Summative assessments include coursework, exams or a mix of both. Summative assessments take place three times a year and exam venues are located around the UK. Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in the fields of psychology and education, and you will work with step-by-step modules to guide your learning.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Course code

K27

Additional fees

Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.

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ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Level 1

Critical Reading and Writing

Now you've enrolled on your degree course, this module will help you learn how to study at degree level. By understanding how to critically engage with written texts and learning academic style, punctuation and grammar, you'll develop and refine your knowledge - and you'll also discover how to use the Learning Resource Centre. After taking this module, you'll have all the skills and confidence you need for successful academic study.

Key Topics

  • Academic writing
  • Academic reading 
  • Research and information skills

Introduction to Psychology 1

This module will introduce you to psychology, its context, core themes and key approaches. You'll cover a number of exciting topics including the historical background of psychology, inter-relationships with other disciplines, cognitive psychology and individual and group differences.

Key Topics

  • Historical background
  • Inter-relationships with other disciplines
  • Approaches to psychology
  • Cognitive psychology

Modules 3-18 offered by University of East London

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

Level 1

  • Introduction to Citizenship (Option)
  • Introduction to Psychology 2
  • Sociology of Education (Option)
  • Communities, Learning and Education (Option)
  • Diaspora Communities in the UK (Option)
  • Children in their Social Context (Option)

Level 2

  • Research Design and Method
  • Professional Development
  • Community Development, Politics, Policy and Practice (Option)
  • Creative Writing, Fiction and Community (Option)
  • Key Concepts in Citizenship (Option)
  • Social Psychology (Option)
  • Cognititve Psychology and Psychobiology (Option)
  • Personality and Developmental Psychology (Option)

Level 3

  • Research Project
  • Educational Issues and Special Educational Needs (Option)
  • Contemporary Issues in Education and Training (Option)
  • Multicultural and Global Citizenship (Option)
  • Psychology of Education (Option)
  • Work Psychology (Option)
  • Forensic psychology
  • Clinical Psychology (Option)
  • Health Psychology (Option)
  • Community Arts Education in Transition (Option)

 

At ICS, we make it as easy as possible for you to get started on the degree programme of your choice by enrolling you on two modules.

When you contact us we will take you through a pre-entry process.  Once you decide to proceed, you will then have a telephone interview with an ICS advisor, receive a 'pre-entry' pack with content such as a learning styles assessment and basic study skills information etc.

ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

To find out more simply call 0800 056 3983  now.

 

BA (Hons) Degree)

1st Two Modules

Pre-entry fee

 £                        275.00

1st Installment

 £                        224.80

2nd Installment

 £                        224.80

3rd Installment

 £                        224.80

4th Installment

 £                        224.80

5th Installment

 £                        224.80

Successful completion of the first two modules will then enable students to complete the full undergraduate programme.

For further details please do not hesitate to contact us.