AppEdChPsyD Applied Educational and Child Psychology Doctorate at University of Birmingham

Our Applied Educational and Child Psychology Doctorate is designed to set you apart as a skilled educational psychologist. This HCPC-approved, BPS-accredited course blends research-driven learning with professional learning on placement. The programmes emphasises diversity and anti-oppressive practice, and has strong ties to local educational psychology services.

Department: Teacher Education (Continuing Professional Development)  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Assessment for Learning, Developmental Psychology in Context, Professional Placement A: Foundations of Practice 1, Professional Placement B: Foundations of Practice 2, Psychology in Professional Practice Part 1: Foundations, Research Methods: Research Design in Educational Psychology, Skilled Helping in Educational Psychology.

Career pathways

By completing the Applied Educational and Child Psychology Doctorate, you'll graduate as eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council to register as an with more than just qualifications – you'll have the practical experience and professional network needed to secure meaningful employment as an educational psychologist. You will be a skilled practitioner, within a strong network of colleagues.

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