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BSc (Hons) Educational Psychology

Manchester Metropolitan University

United Kingdom, Manchester

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Manchester Metropolitan University

United Kingdom , Manchester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

C813

Campuses

Manchester

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,000 / year

Next Intake September-2026

BSc (Hons) Educational Psychology

About

How do labels affect children’s identity? How does our individuality affect the way we learn a subject? Do our emotions alter our ability to learn?

Educational psychology draws on a wide range of psychological theory and real-world experiences to build an understanding of how children develop and learn. It takes account of the social and cultural contexts of children’s lives and schooling, as well as their individual growth and development.

Here at Manchester Met, we are working with key partners in services, schools and communities across Greater Manchester and beyond to create a vibrant place for study. This course will bring psychological theory and research to life by looking at its influence in key areas for education. Our course themes reflect pr

Course information

On our three-year course, you’ll explore how we learn and the extent to which our brain, mind, and personality affect our ability to learn. You’ll investigate psychological theory through the lens of education.

We use real-world experiences to help you understand a psychological theory we are exploring in a lecture or seminar. We focus on investigating how real-world aspects can have an impact on how we learn, and how they can be supported.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

112

UCAS tariff points

A Levels – e.g. BBC

Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma – DMM

Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 112 UCAS Tariff points

UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM

T Levels - We welcome applications from students undertaking T Level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer.

IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 28 or minimum 112 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects

Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered.

A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement.

AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications.

Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.

International Baccalaureate points

IB Diploma with minimum 28 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics

IELTS score required for international students

6.0 with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of course start date

There’s further information for international students on our international website if you’re applying with non-UK qualifications.

Additional requirements

DBS and Satisfactory declaration in relation to the Childcare Disqualification Regulation Act 2009 required. Instructions on how to complete these checks will be provided once you hold a firm offer for this course.

English Program Requirements

6.0 with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of course start date

Career

Career prospects

As an educational psychology graduate, you'll be well placed to progress to a wide range of career paths in education, health and social care, psychology or research.

If you’re interested in teaching, you could progress to PGCE Primary or to PGCE Secondary Psychology.

Our accreditation means you'll have the opportunity to be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS. This is required for progression to training as a professional psychologist in any area, such as educational, clinical, counselling or forensic psychology.

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