Psychology and Education

PSYCHOLOGY

The importance and relevance of psychology to all areas of life and society continues to grow, meaning that an undergraduate degree in psychology will prepare you for a diverse range of careers. The Psychology courses at Liverpool Hope University equip students with knowledge and understanding of human thinking and behaviour. The single honours BSc Psychology course has a focus on applications of psychology and students are supported in their development of skills to apply psychological knowledge to real-life settings. As an alternative, a combined honours Psychology degree at Liverpool Hope allows you to study psychology alongside one of over twenty other disciplines (see the list on the combinations tab for the full range of Psychology combined honours courses) meaning you can choose to study psychology in a way that matches your interests. 

Accredited by the British Psychological Society, the single and combined honours Psychology courses provide an in-depth scientific knowledge and understanding of the core areas of psychology. You will be supported by a friendly team of experienced and research-active lecturers to acquire skills of critical thinking and independent learning. The transferable skills developed through the course will be relevant to a variety of sectors including healthcare, the criminal justice system, education, and marketing.    

You will have the opportunity to enrich your degree through a series of extra-curricular activities, such as working as a research intern, supporting your peers as a mentor, and applying psychology outside the University (e.g., working in groups on an outward-bound retreat and teaching in another country as part of our Global Hope network). You will also have access to the School of Psychology labs where you can gain first-hand experience of specialist psychology techniques and equipment, such as eye-tracking, EEG, and observational methods. 

EDUCATION

Our Education degree lets you explore the personal, social, cultural, and political forces that shape learning. If you want to understand how and why we learn—both in the UK and worldwide—come study with us. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on education.

At Liverpool Hope, you’ll build both academic and practical skills. You’ll learn to use research and evidence, preparing you for various careers. You’ll also grow personally, reflecting on your values and priorities. This will help you make key decisions in your career. Our degree brings education to life, tackling questions like, “Can education overcome inequality?” and “How will technology change learning and teaching?” We look deeper, uncovering the hidden mechanics that influence how education functions. By drawing on theories from psychology, sociology, history, economics, and philosophy, we show how the world works. This gives you the tools to make a difference in society.

Studying Education at Liverpool Hope University makes you a Hope Education Professional. You’ll critically assess current policies and practices, apply educational theory, and strive to make a positive impact. This degree is a strong foundation for those who want to train as teachers or pursue other education-related careers.

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