BSc (Hons) Education and Psychology at University of Southampton

Psychology is an important resource for educators and policy makers. This course is for those interested in how education evolves, how people learn and how they behave in educational settings. Like a single-honours psychology degree, this course will prepare you for a wide range of psychology careers, as well as education-related jobs and further study.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll study a balance of modules from education and psychology. Each year you’ll take 7 single modules plus a double module that runs across 2 semesters. We use small-group teaching and a personal tutor system to provide a supportive and friendly environment.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including administration, business, child care, education, government, health and social work, hospitality, marketing. Careers directly related to the course include assistant psychologist, community education officer, counselling psychologist, educational psychologist, occupational psychologist, primary school teacher, progression coach, psychological wellbeing practitioner.

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