Educational Psychology University of Bristol

Overview

The Educational Psychology programme from University of Bristol serves as the entry qualification for professional practice and employment in educational psychology.

The programme's academic and research goals are:

• To create an advanced level of knowledge in the areas of child development, educational psychology, special educational needs, assessment and intervention, childhood diversity, family dynamics and educational systems. Assessment is by written assignments.

• To provide instruction in research methodology to doctoral level (you will be required to complete a dissertation).

Career opportunities

The DEdPsy programme leads to a professional qualification in educational psychology, so graduates can register as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council and as a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society.

Educational psychologists are employed across a wide range of fields, including local authorities, social enterprise organisations, private practice, schools and academies, and the health service.