Psychology in Education BSc (Hons)
Bournemouth University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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22-SEP-25

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**Through teaching that’s inspired by research and professional practice expertise, you’ll cover a range of psychological subjects designed to build knowledge and understanding of how to apply theory and research with an educational psychology focus.****Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology in Education at BU?**- Develop a well-founded knowledge and critical understanding of the mind and behaviour through learning about all areas of Psychology with an Educational Psychology focus- Develop key ...Read more


Through teaching that’s inspired by research and professional practice expertise, you’ll cover a range of psychological subjects designed to build knowledge and understanding of how to apply theory and research with an educational psychology focus.


Why study BSc (Hons) Psychology in Education at BU?

- Develop a well-founded knowledge and critical understanding of the mind and behaviour through learning about all areas of Psychology with an Educational Psychology focus- Develop key transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice- Opportunity to take an optional summer 4-week or year-long 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and develop a network of professional contacts- Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme – a number of our students have published work with members of the staff in the Department of Psychology- Benefit from the Psychology Department’s collaborations with the educational system, the mental health sector, the criminal justice system, industrial partners and local communities and charitable trusts- Participate in practical activities, interactive assessments, coursework, and research using state-of-the-art facilities.

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WUSCA ranking:
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9/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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63rd
CUG Ranking
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55th

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A level:

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Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

112 - 128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 32 Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma:

D*D* Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

DMM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

D*D* Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

T Level:

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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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112–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.

112 - 128 tariff points from Scottish Highers

112 - 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

The entry requirements for this course are 112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

112 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

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112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)

112 tariff points (Grade DMM)

112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)

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112 tariff points (Grade DMM)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

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Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University , Poole

Based by the sea in south-west England, Bournemouth University (BU) focuses on producing future-ready graduates, with every student able...

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Talbot Campus Fern Barrow Poole BH12 5BB United Kingdom
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