Course Overview

Learn about the core areas of psychology.  Study practical applications of psychology including work psychology, educational psychology, forensic psychology and developmental psychology.  Explore research paradigms, methods and measurement techniques.  Apply theory to real life experience.  Understand the background and structure to the profession.  Gain an understanding of the psychological factors that can influence the learning process.  Explore the relationship between sociology and education. 

Entry requirements

For full details please speak to one or our specialist course advisors on 0800 096 8436 who will talk you through qualifications you need.

Support and benefits

• All course materials designed by experts in psychology
• Step-by-step modules to guide your learning
• Develops your communication and self-management skills merited by employers
• Successful completion of this course demonstrates your motivation and commitment to learning
• Gain additional transferable skills in data collection, analysis, IT, communication and report writing
• Full support from a dedicated ICS tutor to mentor and motivate you throughout
• Career opportunities
• Once you’ve successfully completed the Psychology with Education degree, you’ll have a qualification that is highly relevant to a wide range of areas of work – from social work and teaching to marketing.  

This degree is not BPS accredited. In order to pursue studies within the Psychology profession itself, such as educational, clinical, occupational or forensic psychology you must take the qualifying exams with the BPS (British Psychological Society). Please be aware, however, that 2009 is the last year in which registration for the Qualifying Examination will be accepted by the BPS. Following this you will be able to convert your degree through BPS accredited postgraduate training.

Assessments

Module Specific

Awards Available

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.

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.

Flexible Payment Options

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 at a time so that, should you be unable to complete the full course for whatever reason, you won't be left with a fee for the full programme.

You can choose to enrol on the first two modules now and pay a £175 deposit and spread your payments Interest-Free over up to 6 months. Following that, you then enrol on the next two for a reduced £799.

The table below shows examples of what your monthly payments will be if you choose the Interest-Free option.

To find out more simply call 0500 501 366 now.

All prices are shown in Pounds Sterling.

*Postage and Packaging
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