Overview

It will develop students' understanding of research processes and give them the opportunity to undertake research in the psychology of education.

Students develop understanding of current issues in the psychology of education and have the opportunity to engage in research. On successful completion of the Education (Psychology) MA programme offered at the University College London (UCL) students should be able to produce and communicate reasoned and informed argument, both in writing and orally.

Students should also be able to critically evaluate theory and evidence in psychology.

The foundation of your career

This Education (Psychology) programme offers a good grounding for doctoral study and valuable preparation for a research career in the academic community, the public sector or in industry.

Employability

Graduates of this Master's degree are currently working as professionals in

educational settings,
teachers
and PhD students.

Networking

University College London (UCL) students will have opportunities to attend research seminars, journal clubs and research talks.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social and Individual Development
Cognitive development in typical and atypical populations
Individual Differences and Social Psychology in Education
Cognitive Development and Learning
Psychological Aspects of Counselling
Language Development
Reading and Spelling Difficulties
Maths and Science Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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109

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university (or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard) in psychology or a related discipline (for example, education, social science, cognitive science, speech/communication science or neuroscience).
The ability to critically evaluate theory and evidence in psychology is an important element of the programme.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 4

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35400 GBP / year

≈ 35400 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14200 GBP / year

≈ 14200 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time: UK: £7,100| International: £17,700

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

The foundation of your career

Employability

Networking

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

London

Funding

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