This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2025.
University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Studying a BSc in Psychology with a focus on Child Development will give you a deep understanding of children and young people. Analyse children from psychological, cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural perspectives. Explore the reasons behind their behaviour through research studies. Be equipped to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. A foundation year at the University of East London (UEL) is more than just an extra year—it’s your pathway to success. It helps you adjust to university life, build confidence, and develop essential skills for levels 4-6 of your chosen degree. With dedicated support, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to thrive in your studies and future career while becoming part of a supportive community.
Modules
Foundation Year: Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Health and Education Study Skills, Health and Education Analytical Skills, Media and Communication Skills, Thinking like a Future Psychologist, Topics in Counselling, Topics in Psychology. Year 1: Thinking Like a Psychologist (Mental Wealth), Introduction to Cognitive and Developmental Psychology, Psychology in Applied Contexts, Researching with Small Samples, Researching with Larger Samples. Year 2: Individual Differences and Applications, Psychological Research Methods, Topics in Cognitive and Developmental Psychology, Applications of Psychobiology and Social Psychology, Work-Based Learning in Psychology (Mental Wealth), Research Skills in Cognitive Neuroscience, Introduction to Forensic Psychology, Psychology, Identity and Society, Difficulties and Differences across Development, Clinical and Community Psychology, Introduction to Positive Psychology Coaching, Psychology and the Environment, Topics in Cyberpsychology, The Psychology of Mental Health – Difficulties in Adulthood, Applying Psychology in Organisations. Year 3: Psychology in Communication and Social Engagement (Mental Wealth), Developmental Psychology Research Project, Advanced Developmental Psychology, Addiction, Advanced Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Psychology of Choice, Psychology of Belief, Psychology of Emotion, Occupational Psychology, Applied Cyberpsychology, Applied Evolutionary Psychology – Cognition, Culture, and Behaviour Change. For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
To manage the workload, assessment tasks are distributed throughout the year and encompass various methods such as group work, exams, essays, presentations, case studies, professional development, and practical activities. All grades contribute to your module mark, and comprehensive details can be found in the student handbook and module guides. As part of the course, you'll engage in a work-based learning module at level 5 (Work-based Learning in Psychology), which includes a minimum of 30 hours of work experience. The assessment emphasises reflection, connection to psychology research and theory, as well as personal and professional development. Timely feedback is provided within 15 working days in adherence to UEL's policy. The course includes a core, work-based learning module at level 5 (Work-based Learning in Psychology). A minimum of 30 hours work experience is included in the module's study hours. Students are not assessed on their performance in the workplace but on assessments that require them to reflect on the experience, make links to relevant psychology research and theory and to their own personal and professional development. Feedback is provided within 15 working days in line with UEL's assessment and feedback policy.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CC80
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Stratford Campus
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | 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.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333