Course summary
"Education and Psychology at Swansea is a forward-thinking and fast-growing field, which will give you a range of skills and knowledge, opening up the potential for a variety of exciting and rewarding careers. On our three-year BSc Education and Psychology degree, you will explore policy and politics, leadership and management, educational practice in a digital age, learning and teaching, education in other countries, diversity and wellbeing in education, child development and educational neuroscience, as well as cognitive, social, developmental, clinical, and biological psychology. The degree is designed for UK, EU and international students, and it considers education in a wide context – it is not confined to formal primary and secondary school settings, but also covers further and higher education, social services, local and national government, and education in the community. There are many rewarding careers that build on the combined disciplines of psychology and education, including prison education, the education of looking after children, lifelong learning, special educational needs, and community education. You will have the opportunity to undertake work placements in organisations such as schools, local authorities, businesses, and charities to enhance your student experience and your career prospects. You will need an additional Initial Teacher Education (ITE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualification to become a teacher."
Modules
"Your first year will introduce you to key principles in educational theory and policy, together with statistics and research methods, and aspects of biological, social, and developmental psychology. The majority of first year modules will be compulsory and include: -What Is Teaching and Learning -Social and Developmental Psychology
- Individual and Abnormal Psychology
- Digital Education: Pedagogy and Practice
- Animals in Education: an Introduction to Educational Anthrozoology
- Leading and Managing in Education
- Evolution and Human Behaviour
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Cyberpsychology
Assessment method
"Throughout your undergraduate Education and Psychology BSc (Hons) degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. We offer a range of assessment methods, including:
- Essays and written reports
- Presentations (poster and oral)
- Reflective and video blogs
- Group work
- Research proposals
- Examinations
How to apply
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:
- X2M4
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We welcome applications from non-UK students and consider a wide range of international qualifications. English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or an equivalent approved English Language test or qualification. For further information email [email protected]
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBB - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 - 33 points
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Minimum five A*-C grade GCSE passes including Welsh/English Language and Mathematics. Please note: Students who wish to train to become teachers in Wales following graduation from this course will need GCSEs at grade B or above in English and Mathematics, and also a GCSE at grade B or above in Welsh if they wish to train through the medium of Welsh. They will also need a C grade or above in GCSE Science.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP