Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences and Law, School of Education. This 4-year full-time Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honours integrates a year of study abroad, typically in your third year. It is an applied psychology degree that uses psychological research methods to understand and interpret social and human behaviour in the context of education, which is broadly conceptualized as lifelong and occurring in various settings (e.g., schools, communities, charities, museums). You will learn to apply psychological theory and research to real-life educational settings involving children, adolescents, and adults. The curriculum covers core areas of psychology relevant to education, including developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, social psychology, and research methods. The third year is spent studying in English at a partner institution overseas, with current partner locations including Australia, Hong Kong, and the US. This experience allows you to learn about another culture and its educational practices. The course also includes an optional placement unit, "Education in Practice," offering valuable opportunities to connect academic learning with practical experience in a relevant organization. This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), meaning successful students are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), a vital first step towards professional training as a psychologist in the UK.

A BSc (Hons) in Psychology in Education with Study Abroad from a Russell Group university provides graduates with a strong foundation for diverse career paths, especially those involving learning, development, and support, with an added international perspective. The BPS accreditation enables progression to professional psychology training. Career options include: Educational Psychologist (with further postgraduate training), Assistant Psychologist, Teaching/Education Professional (e.g., primary or secondary teacher, often with a PGCE), Special Educational Needs (SEN) Coordinator, Learning Mentor, Education Policy Advisor, Youth Worker, Community Development Worker, Social Researcher, roles in Educational Publishing, International Education Organizations, Charity and Non-profit organizations (child well-being, advocacy), Human Resources, Marketing, Public Sector (e.g., local government education departments), and Health Services (e.g., Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with further training). The study abroad year and optional placement enhance cross-cultural understanding and practical experience, highly valued by global employers.

The University of Bristol is a member of the UK's prestigious Russell Group, renowned for its world-class research and teaching excellence, and holds a great reputation with employers in the UK. Bristol is southwest England's largest city, known as a thriving tech and startup hub, offering a dynamic environment for study and future career prospects. The School of Education is highly rated for its research excellence, and the psychology component benefits from the broader university's strong psychology department. The integrated study abroad year provides a unique opportunity to gain international experience and a global perspective on education and psychology, while the optional placement unit offers valuable real-life experience.