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Education with Psychology BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


1st in the UK for our research impact in Education in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


8th in the UK for Education (The Complete University Guide 2025)


About the course

If you want to influence education practice or plan education policy, this degree is for you. And you will be able to do this with a firm understanding of psychology.You’ll explore education in both formal and informal settings, from education in schools to universities, and community and refugee education, to arts education. You’ll study topics including:curriculum, learning, culture and societysupport for neurodivergent learnersinclusion, equalities and identitieseducation, democracy, social justice and global sustainabilitydigital education in the age of artificial intelligence.Through your psychology modules you’ll investigate how people learn through every stage of life. You’ll learn about child development through social, biological, cognitive and clinical psychology studies. You’ll also consider the social, emotional and mental heath needs of learners. This experience will enhance your understanding of the field of education.Our passionate academics are experts in teaching and have influenced education policy. Their diverse research specialisms include:the role of education in conflict zoneslearning in prisonschildren’s literacyhow sustainability is taught across the world.You’ll get to study education in the area that interests you, from infant schools to arts, museums and refugee education.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 22,575per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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A level : BBC - BBB

You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    47th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN1 9RH, England

The city of Brighton & Hove is world-famous for its openness and inclusivity. The city is only 1 hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
With world-leading development courses and highly regarded business programmes, Sussex has a reputation for expertise in sustainability and innovation.
A university with an international reputation, Sussex welcomes students to its friendly community of academics and students of over 150 nationalities.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    8th out of 91 10

    37th out of 118 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    137 61%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    5th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    40th

    2
  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    137 64%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    55th

    38
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    82nd

    5

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