Education with Applied Psychology BA (Hons) pathway

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The BA Education course has been newly developed this year, and you can now tailor your learning to focus on a specialist pathway in Education with Applied Psychology. Through studying Applied Psychology, you gain an in-depth understanding of the applications of psychology within education, as well as the influence of diversity upon development, learning and behaviour. 

This multidisciplinary pathway aims not only to develop your knowledge and understanding, but also to ensure that you develop the skills, attitudes and confidence to support, educate, nurture, and advocate for children, young people and families throughout your professional career. You will explore the holistic development of children, in-depth psychological theories, educational practice, and insights on how students learn and develop. You will gain an understanding of cognitive processes, motivation, and the emotional factors that impact learning, and will be able to apply psychological principles to create new and effective teaching strategies and support student wellbeing.