Key information
- Duration: Full-time 36 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027. Apply before Oct 2026
Overview
The Applied Educational and Child Psychology programme from University of Birmingham emphasises diversity and anti-oppressive practice, and has strong ties to local educational psychology services. Upon graduation, you'll be fully ready and confident to make an immediate impact in your field.
Invest in your future with the doctorate course, developing the expertise and skills to thrive as an educational psychologist. Prepare to lead in education, influence positive change in diverse communities, and advance educational practice. With the programme’s strong track record of graduates securing roles in local authority services upon completion, along with its accreditations and high-quality curriculum, you’ll be highly sought after by employers.
Career opportunities
By completing the Applied Educational and Child Psychology Doctorate, you'll graduate as eligible to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council to register as an with more than just qualifications – you'll have the practical experience and professional network needed to secure meaningful employment as an educational psychologist.
You will be a skilled practitioner, within a strong network of colleagues. The course's close partnership with local authorities and its comprehensive training ensure that you're fully prepared to excel in a variety of educational psychology roles.
The graduates are highly successful in securing employment and are in high demand. 100% have secured employment as educational psychologists in recent years.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Assessment for Learning
- Developmental Psychology in Context
- Research Methods: Research Design in Educational Psychology
- Skilled Helping in Educational Psychology
- Promoting Learning and Wellbeing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or 4.5 new score)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- A British Psychological Society accredited degree.
- A minimum 2:1 honours degree. If your degree classification is 2:2, you will need an additional post-graduate qualification, preferably at masters level.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: Free
Domestic: Free
Additional Details: Fees for the programme are paid for by the Department for Education.
Living Costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,458-2,162 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.