University of East London

BSc Psychology with Child Development

University of East London

Course overview

The BSc Psychology with Child Development at the University of East London (UEL) is a three-year undergraduate programme. The degree explores how children and young people grow, learn, and behave, and how psychology applies to those stages of life. Students examine psychology from cognitive, emotional, and social perspectives. The course aims to help students prepare for roles working with children, young people, or in psychology settings.

 

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society. This accreditation is a mark of quality that students and employers understand and value. Studying a BPS-accredited course will allow you to gain graduate or chartered membership of the Society, to boost your career in child development. Students learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, group projects, practical sessions, and work-based learning. Assessment methods include essays, exams, presentations, case studies, group tasks, practical work, reflective assignments, and the major research project in the final year. The course combines core psychology training, a focus on child development, and practical experience.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

 

  • Applicants need 112 UCAS points from a Level 3 qualification, including A Levels in at least two subjects, a BTEC Extended Diploma, a T-Level, or an equivalent.

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent is also required.

 

English Proficiency:

 

  • International students must meet the English language requirements of IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 5.5 in Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent).

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Payment Discount

    If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.

  • Engagement Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • Hardship Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • International Scholarship

    Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).

    Up to £500

  • Postgraduate Alumni Discount

    If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Psychology with Child Development from the University of East London will be ready for varied roles related to psychology, development, support services, and research. Possible job titles include:

  • Assistant Psychologist

  • Educational Psychology Assistant

  • Child Development Officer

  • Well-being Advisor

  • Mental Health Support Worker

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for studying BSc Psychology with Child Development in the University of East London is £16,020 for international students. This is subject to change annually.

Admission

Applications for the University of East London BSc Psychology with Child Development course are made directly on the university’s website or through UCAS. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ.

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