Understand educational psychology and take your career in education to the next level

This module introduces educational psychology and discusses the range of learners, contexts, and situations that educational psychologists work with. Theory, empirical evidence, and vignettes illustrate how educational psychologists can make an impact on young people’s experiences within the school environment. Aspects of cognition, learning, and instruction are covered, as well as social, emotional, and behavioural issues in school.

This module covers additional learning needs and giftedness. Theory, empirical evidence, and vignettes illustrate how educational psychologists can address special needs and giftedness within the school environment where every student is unique and entitled to an inclusive education. This module will discuss best practice in identifying and supporting students with special needs and/or giftedness against the background of special education policies and practices.

This module introduces child and adolescent development and the wide ranging biological, psychological, and social factors which influence and impact on development. You will gain an understanding of the impact of development on children’s performance and behaviour in school. Individual differences will be discussed and methods for gaining knowledge about each pupil’s individual circumstances will be introduced.

Theory, empirical evidence, and real-life examples will illustrate how educational psychologists can make a positive impact on pupil’s experiences within the school environment. You will learn how brain development, attention, memory, language, personality, identity, moral and social development are all subject to individual differences. You will be encouraged to apply theories of cognitive development and developmental psychology to case studies and vignettes, and will develop an appreciation of the ethical application of psychometric testing for educational purposes.

This module introduces you to behaviour disorders and investigates the concept of resilience in relation to maladaptive behaviour. It is constructed around five recurrent themes which provide the foundation for understanding abnormal behaviour from a developmental perspective.

You will gain an understanding of risk and protective factors and how resilience can be built and supported. You will develop an understanding of how theoretical knowledge can be applied to educational practice, and will develop an understanding of assessment and evaluation of maladaptive behaviour and resilience.

Topics in Health Psychology aims to equip you with a knowledge and understanding of the role of social, psychological, and biological factors on health, illness, and wellbeing within the context of the individual, contemporary society, and how they relate to challenges in the workplace. The module encourages the development of a critical understanding of relevant theories and models of behavioural change. You will cover topics around health promotion, the impact of social media, and the impact and management of stress and chronic illness, which can be applied to strategic, informed management practices in business.

Quantitative Research Methods aims to provide you with the knowledge and understanding to approach quantitative methods and analysis in psychology. You will be rapidly brought up to speed on classical and contemporary methods and quantitative methodology, and learn how to select, carry out, and evaluate the application of statistical methods commonly applied in experimental and survey-based research.

Assessments in Psychology provides you with an overview of various means of collecting information using clinical and psychometric assessments. You will gain an understanding of the role and function of psychological assessments across applied settings. You will also learn how to evaluate the reliability and validity of a given measure and interpret data produced by these assessments.

Forensic Psychology provides a broad overview of the contribution that this field can make in justice systems. The module considers the nature of forensic psychology and the insights that it provides into understanding crime, police practices, and criminal proceedings in court.

Quantitative Research Methods aims to provide you with the knowledge and understanding to approach quantitative methods and analysis in psychology. You will be rapidly brought up to speed on classical and contemporary methods and quantitative methodology, and learn how to select, carry out, and evaluate the application of statistical methods commonly applied in experimental and survey-based research.

This module enables you to prepare to engage in a significant work-based research project. You will be able to demonstrate a deep level of understanding of the philosophical roots of educational research by proposing an area for research, researching an initial question and by arguing the case for a coherent research design for your chosen research question.

This module supports and aids you in carrying out an independent project allocated or chosen through consultation with programme team staff. The dissertation allows you to demonstrate mastery of a specific area of the subject. You will undertake a concentrated review of literature in a chosen subject area and apply knowledge and expertise gained during the taught element of the programme. The dissertation enables you to exhibit deep research and technical skills.