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Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Undergraduate BA (Hons)
Psychology in Education
Dive into the study of social and human behaviour in education. You’ll apply psychological approaches to deepen your understanding and shape your learning.
Course overview
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C814 -
L27 -
Headingley Campus Beckett Park -
Full-Time -
3 Years -
21 Sep 2026
Discover how psychology shapes the student experience and transforms educational spaces for all young people, including those with SEND. This psychology in education degree equips you with the insights, skills, and real-world experience to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
As part of this course, you'll:
- Explore the intersection of education and psychology while building essential skills for working with children and young people in a variety of settings
- Gain hands-on work experience through professional placements linked to real-world career opportunities
- Examine the challenges facing children and young people today and learn how to address them effectively
- Adapt learning to individual needs, helping students overcome barriers and reach their potential
- Master skills and techniques that enhance your effectiveness in educational settings
- Engage with ethical debates surrounding educational research and practice
- Shape the future of education by using psychology as a driver for positive change
Please note this course is not accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completion will not lead to chartered Educational Psychologist status.
Expanding your knowledge
This course will enable you to develop graduate expertise in a variety of areas. You'll be able to identify barriers to learning and develop inclusive teaching practices and strategies to help individuals, including those with SEND, thrive in an educational setting. You'll gain specific knowledge of conditions such as autism, and have a critical understanding of the local, national, and international contexts of education.
In the second and final year of your degree, you'll choose optional modules from four key themes:
• Psychology and inclusion
• Early years
• Children and society
• Teaching and education
This enables you to tailor your learning around topics that interest you most.
Hands-on learning
You’ll have the opportunity to gain 270 hours of work experience throughout your degree. Our strong partnerships with local primary and secondary schools, as well as SEND and alternative provision settings, give you the chance to apply your learning to real-world settings. This practical experience will help you deepen your knowledge, develop your skills and boost your employability following graduation.
Study support
You'll join a supportive academic community, learning from experts in research and professional practice. You’ll also benefit from a variety of guest speakers, who will share their experience and bring real-world insights into current educational issues. Previous sessions have covered topics such as educational psychology, mental health, social work, employability, and enterprise activity. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to gain additional professional development qualifications and certificates, including, first aid, child protection, forest school and Makaton.
Your learning environment
Specialist facilities and learning spaces – including our observation room – enhance and inspire your academic and practical development. Designed with real-world application in mind, course content and assessments help build strong, practical, problem-solving skills that are valuable in professional settings. With a strong focus on collaborative learning, group work is embedded throughout your modules to equip you with a rounded skillset, ready for the workplace.
Why study the BA (Hons) Psychology in Education course at Leeds Beckett University?
- Student centred approaches to learning with personalised support
- Teaching that models inclusive practice
- Strong and meaningful partnerships with local SEND and alternative provision schools and community organisations
- A contemporary and relevant curriculum that helps you develop a skillset, preparing you for life after graduation
- A professionally experienced, research-active expert teaching team
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Everything you need to know
Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.
Entry requirements
112
points required
If you’re unsure how to work out your UCAS points we have a UCAS Tariff Calculator which will do it for you. All you need to do is enter your qualifications and let the UCAS Tariff Calculator do the maths.
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
Entry requirements
112
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 112 points required.
(Minimum 72 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies).
GCSEs
GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.Access to HE Diploma
Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points.T Levels
Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.Scottish Awards
112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.Irish Leaving Certificate
112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.International baccalaureate
112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
DBS Check
Satisfactory enhanced criminal history checks will be required by all applicants prior to acceptance on the course, (processed through the University only). The University is unable to accept DBS checks obtained through another institution (this includes those registered with the DBS Update Service); the checks undertaken by the University are appropriate to the course of study and relevant regulated activity placements. For important information on the UK Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check requirements please refer to the Guidance on DBS and Additional Checks.
Self Declaration Check
You will be asked to complete this online form as part of the DBS check process. You will be asked to identify on the self-declaration form if you have any cautions/convictions that would not be filtered out on a DBS certificate. Please refer to the following website for guidance on filtering. The form will also ask if you have resided outside of the UK after the age of 16, to establish if an Overseas Police Record check may be required.
Overseas Police Checks/Letter of Good Conduct
The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks. International applicants; those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency of 12 months or more after the age of 16; therefore, require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country(ies) prior to entry on to the course. A UK DBS check will also be required prior to enrolment; the DBS team will send you guidance on how to apply following your offer of a place. The application process and timeframes for Overseas Police checks can differ from country to country and so it is recommended that you start the process as soon as possible after you have been made a conditional/Unconditional offer to ensure you have enough lead in time to obtain the check prior to enrolment. For some countries, an individual can only apply in person and so it is preferable for those applicants still resident in the relevant country, to apply before entering the UK.How we assess your application
At Leeds Beckett we look for students who demonstrate a good knowledge, curiosity and passion for your chosen course and would benefit from the University’s learning environment.We aim to give every student a fair chance to progress and succeed on their chosen course and we recognise that your grades may not always reflect your true potential. Therefore, when assessing your application, we will consider the following:
- Your completed qualifications (such as GCSEs, A Levels, and their equivalents).
- Your predicted grades in future examinations.
- Your personal statement.
Our offers
All our offers are made by trained professionals who are committed to making offers that are appropriate to each applicant, regardless of their background.* They have the discretion to vary the level of offer to ensure every student with the potential to succeed at Leeds Beckett receives an offer that is achievable for them. This could mean that you may receive an offer to study on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff. Your offer will be based on our belief that you are capable of benefiting from, and successfully completing, your course. We believe that it is people who think differently, independently, people with ‘unlike-minds' that make big things happen.*We operate a contextual admissions policy, which means we consider a range of additional factors when we assess a student’s application. Applicants who meet at least one of our contextual admissions criteria may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff.
Our contextual admissions criteria are:
- Home postcode is in an area where few people go to University (POLAR4 quintile 1 or 2 area. This can be checked on the Office for Students website).
- Declared disability on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
- Over the age of 21 on the 1st of September before the course starts.
- Declared as a care experienced on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
Our place as an Anchor Institution
To further strengthen our position as a key provider of education and training for West Yorkshire we apply an Anchor Institution Policy in our admissions process. Students who apply to us from any of the five Local Authority areas in West Yorkshire (BD, HD, HX, LS, WF) may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points.Mature Applicants
Our university welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our 'Recognition of Prior Learning' policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable. All applicants should meet our standard entry requirements of GCSE grade 4 in English language and, where specified, Maths. Alternative qualifications such as functional skills are accepted in lieu of GCSEs for most courses.We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
International baccalaureate
112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
DBS Check
Satisfactory enhanced criminal history checks will be required by all applicants prior to acceptance on the course, (processed through the University only). The University is unable to accept DBS checks obtained through another institution (this includes those registered with the DBS Update Service); the checks undertaken by the University are appropriate to the course of study and relevant regulated activity placements. For important information on the UK Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check requirements please refer to the Guidance on DBS and Additional Checks.
Self Declaration Check
You will be asked to complete this online form as part of the DBS check process. You will be asked to identify on the self-declaration form if you have any cautions/convictions that would not be filtered out on a DBS certificate. Please refer to the following website for guidance on filtering. The form will also ask if you have resided outside of the UK after the age of 16, to establish if an Overseas Police Record check may be required.
Overseas Police Checks/Letter of Good Conduct
The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks. International applicants; those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency of 12 months or more after the age of 16; therefore, require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country(ies) prior to entry on to the course. A UK DBS check will also be required prior to enrolment; the DBS team will send you guidance on how to apply following your offer of a place. The application process and timeframes for Overseas Police checks can differ from country to country and so it is recommended that you start the process as soon as possible after you have been made a conditional/Unconditional offer to ensure you have enough lead in time to obtain the check prior to enrolment. For some countries, an individual can only apply in person and so it is preferable for those applicants still resident in the relevant country, to apply before entering the UK.Additional entry requirements:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Modules, teaching and learning
There are no traditional exams on this course.
What you'll learn
This module will introduce you to the concept of education in its broadest sense and encourage you to consider the impact of education on the individual. You'll study key philosophical frameworks which underpin formal, informal, and non-formal educational settings as they exist in the modern day, such as Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, and Reconstructionism. You'll consider the strengths and limitations of these approaches and discuss how they reflect different understandings of what it means to be educated in the UK.
Look at the concept of psychology as a science. You'll be introduced to the fundamental psychological theoretical frameworks as they are applied to education and learning. This module will focus on the following five areas of theory and research: biological, cognitive, developmental, social, and individual differences. You'll explore the diversity of psychological perspectives and consider how they merge to best explain behaviour as observed in formal and informal educational settings.
You’ll be introduced to a range of key personal, interpersonal and transferable skills and academic knowledge to assist with the transition to academic learning. You'll focus on your professional development and future career.
You'll build your knowledge and skills to increase your employability after graduation. You'll secure a two-week placement in a setting of your choosing to gain experience of working with or for the needs of children, young people, or their families. You'll draw upon learning from your other modules to critically reflect on this experience and demonstrate knowledge of the main policies and ethical principles that underpin the profession. Drawing upon research and theory, you'll reflect on your own personal and professional development, and how this relates to your graduate employability portfolio.
Identify and understand how different learning needs present themselves in educational settings and impact the educational experience of pupils. This module will focus specifically on educational diversity and learners with special educational needs. You'll question traditional concepts of power differentials between teacher and learner, and consider the historical and contemporary perspectives on inclusive education in order to promote learner progress and experience.
This module will build on the learning you gained from the What is Education module. It extends your knowledge of what the term education means and you'll explore this within a global context. You'll study the interrelations between social, economic, cultural, political and environmental influences on the direct experience of the learner. This module will encourage you to engage with key policy in order to consider the skills, attitudes, and values which enable people to work together. You'll consider the role that education can play in helping to create a more just and equitable society.
What you'll learn
Explore the psychological meaning and consequences of the word 'normal' when applied to children and adolescents. Using the theoretical lens of labelling theory, you'll learn about the historical context of current diagnostic criteria. You'll examine key historical case studies and use knowledge of the existence of individual variation in common disorders in order to question the traditional medical model of treatment. This module will enable you to analyse the meaning of the word ‘normal’ and investigate the real-world impact of this label on the individual and their subsequent access to resources.
Further develop the knowledge and skills you gained in your first year as you increase your employability after graduation. You'll secure a three-week placement in a setting of your choosing to gain experience of working with or for the needs of children, young people, or their families. You'll draw upon learning from your other modules to critically reflect on this experience and demonstrate knowledge of the main policies and ethical principles that underpin the profession. Drawing upon research and theory, you'll reflect on your own personal and professional development, and how this relates to your graduate employability portfolio.
This module introduces a range research methodologies and explores the ethical considerations involved in conducting research. It provides a solid foundation for developing your major independent study project in your final year. You'll learn to identify key debates in social and educational research, and develop a critical awareness of the values and assumptions that underpin different methodological approaches. Throughout, academic literature will inform your understanding. Upon completion, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of common data collection methods used in education and social research.
Consider the role of the school as a setting for a child’s identity development. You'll reflect on traditional psychological models of identity formation. This module will build on your learning from the Global Education module to consider the interrelation between race, religion, gender, and sexuality on personal, social, and school-related identity dimensions. You'll use contemporary policy and research to enhance your knowledge of the power dynamic between teachers and pupils, and pupils and their peers, and how this relates to identity development. We'll use key case studies to consider models of best practice to build secure identities which empower pupils. This module will encourage you to explore the wider implications for pupils and teachers when children and adolescents experience difficulties in identity formation.
Draw on the theory of resilience within an educational context. This module will enable you to explore the psychological, behavioural and biological effects of neglect and abuse. You'll be encouraged to question how adverse childhood experiences are used as a method for predicting child developmental outcomes. You'll also discuss school-level policy and safeguarding techniques as a means of building resilience within schools. You'll look at different strategies that are used to encourage parents and educators to support children in building resilience. This module will also consider the utility of a whole systems approach, including the importance of a multidisciplinary team, for the purpose of enhancing child health and wellbeing.
Option modules may include
Develop your knowledge and understanding of how play based pedagogical approaches support and promote learning in early childhood. You'll apply a range of perspectives on the holistic development of children in the 0-5 age range and consider the characteristics of play. This module will explore the importance of social and cultural contexts, including the home, school and wider community, for the development of playful pedagogies. You'll identify and evaluate the many ways in which children’s interests and priorities are expressed through their playful engagements, as they arise from their own life experiences. You'll learn about the multiple ways in which children make meaning of these through their play.
Gain an in-depth understanding of the concept of neurodiversity and its implications for education. Through a critical lens, this module will examine the social and cultural factors that shape our understanding of neurodiversity and the impact of traditional educational practices and policies on neurodivergent learners. You'll also explore alternative approaches to education that are more inclusive and responsive to the needs of diverse learners. You'll develop knowledge and skills for working with neurodivergent learners, including strategies for creating supportive and accessible learning environments, fostering positive relationships with learners and their families. This will include how to advocate for the rights and needs of neurodivergent individuals within educational contexts. By the end of the module, you'll have a deep understanding of the importance of embracing neurodiversity in educational settings and the role you could play in creating more inclusive learning environments.
Examine broader aspects of education, beyond statutory schooling. This module will explore the diverse forms of education available in a range of settings. For example, alternative and related off site provision, further education, higher education, libraries, museums, Youth Offending Institutions, prisons, and community provision. You'll examine both the theoretical and practical issues involved in delivering education in these settings and the value of these broader forms of education. We'll also focus on the potential of these broader education experiences in terms of your future career options.
What you'll learn
This module is a highly interactive, current affairs programme, and you'll engage with a range of data sources such as news outlets, social media and cutting edge research. You'll discuss, debate, and critically analyse the presentation of educational and psychological research through various mediums. Your tutors will encourage you to showcase your ability to be a wise consumer of educational and psychological research by taking an evidence-based, informed perspective. The topics covered as part of this module will vary depending on what is current in the media at the time, but could include topics such as global affairs, mental health, and education.
Complete a research-based inquiry into an area of education/educational concern. This module will cover all aspects of the research process, from design through to presenting a written dissertation. You'll choose your own research focus, linked with your individual career aspirations. You'll need to put together a research proposal and a mandatory university ethics approval. Your dissertation will demonstrate engagement with the research process, analytical skills, and the ability to mobilise theory and evidence in synthesising new arguments.
You'll build your knowledge and skills to increase your employability after graduation. You'll secure a four-week placement in a setting of your choosing to gain experience of working with or for the needs of children, young people or their families. You'll draw upon learning from your other modules to critically reflect on this experience and demonstrate knowledge of the main policies and ethical principles that underpin the profession. Drawing upon research and theory, you'll reflect on your own personal and professional development, and how this relates to your graduate employability portfolio.
Option modules may include
Develop insight into the varied nature of the transitions that young children experience; both inside and outside the early years setting. This module will locate those transitions within a wider theoretical context.
Engage with diverse approaches to working with vulnerable families in the UK to deepen your understanding. This module will use literature, research, and practice to build your knowledge in this area of work. You'll be equipped to critically analyse the factors which impact upon vulnerable families in contemporary society and the role of the state in terms of a spectrum of interventions.
This module explores childhood, youth, and the criminal justice system, drawing on theory and research from criminology and childhood studies. You’ll consider different explanations for offending; the impact of inequalities related to social class, gender, and ethnicity; and different forms of social and state intervention in the lives of children and young people.
Build upon your experiences within the arts and your knowledge of pedagogy and representation. This module will focus on how your knowledge of arts and pedagogy can support daily teaching and specific interventions through an inclusive lens. You'll explore the role of creative practitioners, cultural organisations, specialist therapy providers, and inclusive storytellers within Inclusive Education. You'll study how the creative arts can lead to innovative learning and have a positive effect on children’s development and wellbeing. You'll understand best practice in relation to promoting creativity and learning within inclusive education. This module will address creative practice within inclusion, such as through specific interventions, and will consider how the creative arts can support the learning, wellbeing, and development of different learners.
This module will develop your knowledge and understanding of the forest school pedagogy and approach. You'll focus on children learning in the outdoors, in an outdoor area defined as a forest school space, where experiences are about play and are child-led as far as possible. Teaching and learning will combine fundamental principles of forest school with both class based and practical learning experiences.
Explore the dynamics of race in education and how it affects the life chances of global majority students. You'll pay particular attention to debates around participation, attainment, and labour market characteristics. The module will also touch on issues of student decision making, engagement with curricula which includes teaching, learning and assessment. You'll develop a general understanding of race and ethnicity and how racial dynamics can be analysed within educational settings, as well as the broader outcomes of discrimination on global majority students.
Explore the influences on the health of children and families. You'll evaluate the key principles and approaches to health promotion such as community development and healthy public policy. The module will enable you to understand the key health issues when working with children and families.
Combine practical study of Makaton and Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) with theoretical understanding. You'll study the role of inclusive practice in meeting language and communication needs within wider educational settings. This module will combine a theoretical understanding of language and communication needs in UK education settings with a focus on cutting-edge research. You'll analyse contemporary issues, pedagogies, and research focused upon inclusive practice. You'll also study enabling pedagogies relating to language and communication within mainstream, SEN, and alternative education settings.
Fees and funding
£9,790
UK
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
£16,840
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Fees and funding
£9,790
For students entering in 2026
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- The cost of studying the NSPCC safeguarding legislation and guidance accredited course, Compulsory Child Protection: An Introduction, in your second year is covered by your tuition fees.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are covered by your course fees. Please see essential costs below for more info.
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Essential Costs
- Placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course and you'll need to pay for any additional travel.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or occupational health (OH) check. The cost of these checks is covered by your course fee, but you'll need to pay for your ID documents to be verified (£12.80 as of August 2025). Your DBS check is valid for the duration of your course. New checks are only required if you have a break in your studies outside of the normal holiday periods. If you misplace your certificate during your studies, you'll be charged £49.50 for a new certificate.
Optional Costs
- Local school, education centres and relevant visits may vary throughout the course. These visits are accessible by public transport and you'll need to pay for your own travel.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
£16,840
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- The cost of studying the NSPCC safeguarding legislation and guidance accredited course, Compulsory Child Protection: An Introduction, in your second year is covered by your tuition fees.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are covered by your course fees. Please see essential costs below for more info.
Essential Costs
- Placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course and you'll need to pay for any additional travel.
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or occupational health (OH) check. The cost of these checks is covered by your course fee, but you'll need to pay for your ID documents to be verified (£12.80 as of August 2025). Your DBS check is valid for the duration of your course. New checks are only required if you have a break in your studies outside of the normal holiday periods. If you misplace your certificate during your studies, you'll be charged £49.50 for a new certificate.
Optional Costs
- Local school, education centres and relevant visits may vary throughout the course. These visits are accessible by public transport and you'll need to pay for your own travel.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Scholarships and bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.
Our new home
Our new home in Caedmon Hall features a university seminar classroom which combines a traditional lecture theatre with more intimate tutorial scenarios, to accommodate flexible teaching methods. It also has communal social and study areas, brand new conferencing facilities and a number of flexible high-spec teaching and learning areas. Including the following bespoke spaces:
- Science Laboratory - complete with the latest state-of-the-art equipment
- Art and Design room - bespoke facilities designed to maximise the range of possible activities
- VR/Augmented Reality Lab - state-of-the-art specialist area for the practice, development and delivery of immersive technology in education
- Early Years Room - carefully designed for early years teaching
- Primary Maths Space - designed to be flexible and support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning
These dedicated spaces will allow our team to innovatively deliver accessible, inclusive, quality education and promote lifelong learning for all.
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Career prospects
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
Career Prospects
Studying this psychology in education course equips you with a strong set of skills that are valued across education and related sectors, including health, social care, social work, and youth work. Your degree can open doors to a wide variety of career paths and specialist training routes, such as:
- Teaching
- Educational psychology
- Research and academic roles
- Social work
- Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
- Behavioural supportroles
- Counselling
- Mental health and wellbeing support
Some careers, such as educational psychology, teaching, or social work, require additional qualifications or training. Alternatively, you could choose to continue your academic journey with us through postgraduate study, such as our MA Education with pathways or a PhD, preparing you for advanced research or academia.
Hannah McCarthy
Course Director / Carnegie School of Education
At Leeds Beckett, Hannah is the current Course Director for the undergraduate provision in relation to BA Primary Education (Accelerated course), BA Educational Psychology and BA Montessori Education, and BA Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion.
Kate Johnson
Lecturer / Carnegie School of Education
Alisha O'Neill
Senior Lecturer / Carnegie School of Education
Lecturer in Psychology and Education at the Carnegie School of Education. Alisha's primary teaching and research areas focus on mental health and wellbeing, sexuality, gender, and qualitative methodology.
Kay Kempers
Lecturer / Carnegie School of Education
Kay is a Lecturer within Interdisciplinary Studies at the Carnegie School of Education. She teaches modules relating to special education needs and disability, neurodiversity, educational psychology, research methods, professional development and inclusive education.
This course will provide a contemporary and futuristic perspective on learning and education. It will challenge traditional misconceptions by encouraging you to critique the status quo. If you want to make meaningful differences to children and young people’s lives, we will help you to consider alternative solutions.
Dr Nicole Gridley
Head of Subject
Our Graduate Promise
We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.
Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:
- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Interview skills and assessment centres
- Connecting with employers and organisations
We’re ranked in the Top 10 universities in the UK for job prospects
(Student Crowd, 2025 - the only awards based entirely on student reviews).
Find out why...
Student life
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