The route offers a well-rounded introduction to areas of psychology relevant to the study of human development, learning and education, together with more advanced study examining psychological approaches to particular topics within education. At the end of the route, participants are required to complete a research dissertation on topics in which they have brought or developed a particular interest.Five introductory-level core topic modules are offered:
- developmental psychology
- cognitive psychology
- biological psychology
- social psychology
- individual differences
These are accompanied by advanced modules in quantitative and other research methods in psychology as well as seminars exploring contemporary psychological explanations and research applications in a broad range of educational contexts.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme, students will have:
- a comprehensive understanding of research techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature applicable to their specific educational domain;
- demonstrated originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
- shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies; and
- demonstrated self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research.
