Skip navigation
Developmental and Education Psychology at University of Chichester - UCAS

Course options

Course summary

Learn to support children and young people experiencing problems in education Our BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology degree develops your knowledge and understanding of how to apply psychological principles to an educational context and is ideal if you want to become an educational psychologist. Examine the psychological factors that affect how we learn You will explore the psychological principles behind how we learn and how these relate to the development of children and young people who experience problems that impact their ability to grasp new information within an educational context. As part of this, you will consider how these problems hinder their educational attainment and experience in educational contexts. You will consider topics that include:

  • Learning difficulties
  • Social and emotional problems
  • Issues around disability
  • Complex developmental disorders in children and young people
  • Teacher training
  • Parenting and family contexts.
  • Combine education studies with psychological theory
The course combines key psychological theories and practice with educational and pedagogical study and principles as you build a strong foundation of knowledge to better support those who struggle to learn for a variety of reasons. Apply your knowledge and skills to a professional placement setting In your third year, you will look to apply your newly acquired knowledge, understanding and practice to a professional setting through our integrated work placement to provide you with valuable experience ahead of your future career. Small teaching groups for more personalised support Our small, interactive seminars mean you are seen as an individual, not just another face in the crowd as our lecturers get to know you and how best to support your academic and personal development. Learn from expert practicing researchers who really get to know you Our team of expert psychology and education active researchers and practitioners bring their knowledge and research directly into the classroom with them and really get to know and how best to support you throughout your studies. Accreditation Our BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means you’ll graduate with an industry-recognised qualification that acts as a first step to becoming a psychologist. On this course you will:
  • Understand the psychology behind how children develop, behave and when they learn best.
  • Examine the factors that affect children's ability to learn and how best to support them.
  • Apply your knowledge and skills on a dedicated work placement within a professional setting.
  • Learn from psychology and education experts who really get to know you and your needs.
  • Study on a British Psychological Society-accredited course.

Modules

Understand the psychology behind how children learn and develop Year One Your first year acts an introduction to the fundamental psychological, pedagogical and sociological principles, theories and practices that you will use throughout your degree. Year Two In your second year, you will explore more specialist areas of psychology such as biological, cognitive and developmental, as you consider the impact of specific educational practices such as forest schools. Year Three Your third year focuses on the development of a final independent project that acts a culmination of your learning across your degree, alongside modules that focus on the roles of technology, creativity and mathematical thinking within education. You will also undertake your work-based placement in a professional setting.

Assessment method

Smaller class sizes for better learning You will build your subject knowledge and practical experience through lectures, workshops and tutorials in small classes, which means our expert teaching staff really get to know you and what support you need. Assessment You will be assessed through a range of assignments including: Scientific reports Essays Group and individual presentations Poster design Multiple choice papers Short answer papers Research participation Essay exams.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
C8X3
Institution code:
C58
Campus name:
Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6No component less than 5.5
PTE Academic5050-57 and no lower than 50-57 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)79At least: 18 in Reading 17 in Listening 20 in Speaking 17 in Writing

Qualifications recognised for English language proficiency

https://www.chi.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements/


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £16344 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
International £16344 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Developmental and Education Psychology at University of Chichester - UCAS