BSc Psychology Child Development

The BSc Psychology (Child Development) course at London South Bank University focuses on child development and teaches the core subjects of psychology with a global perspective. The students will learn how areas of psychology, such as biological, mental, developmental, and social, join to give a full understanding of children’s behaviour and psychological growth.

The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which provides eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. Students are assessed through examinations and coursework and learn through lectures, seminars, and practical exercises, helping students to build critical thinking, communication, and other skills.

London South Bank University is a respected institution that focuses on practical education to prepare students for their careers and it is located in London, providing a great learning environment for students that gives them strong industry connections. The university has also received high rankings, including being ranked 3rd in London for Mechanical Engineering and among the top 10 in the UK for Engineering teaching.

London South Bank University offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in areas like health, business, arts, and engineering, and supports its students with services like academic guidance and career support. It also works closely with industry through its courses and research, which helps ensure its graduates have good opportunities.

Candidates are to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points, which can be from A levels, a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, or an Access to HE Diploma.
• Candidates must also have five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no component score below 5.5.
• PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.

The annual tuition fee for international students studying the BSc Psychology (Child Development) course at London South Bank University is £16,500.

London South Bank University offers several scholarships and discounts to support both UK and international undergraduate students, including the International Merit Scholarship, which offers outstanding international students a tuition fee reduction of up to £4,000, the Global Success Scholarship is available, offering awards of up to £4,000 that vary by subject area, to international students who have accepted their offer and paid an early deposit. Also, the European Impact Scholarship provides a £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year for the entire programme to new self-funded international students from Europe. The university also offers the TNE Partner Award, which provides a £5,000 annual tuition fee discount to students who have completed their most recent qualification at a recognised LSBU partner institution within the past two years. Lastly, students progressing directly from a Cambridge Education Group (CEG) pathway programme to an LSBU undergraduate degree may be eligible for the CEG Progression Award, which offers a £5,000 discount in the first year.

After completing the BSc Psychology (Child Development) course from London South Bank University, students can pursue a career as an/a:

• Child Psychologist
• Educational Psychologist
• School Counsellor
• Child Protection Officer
• Child Life Specialist

Candidates can submit their application through UCAS. For assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.