Overview

The Educational Psychology programme offered by the University of Bristol serves as the entry qualification for professional practice and employment in educational psychology.

It has been designed to meet the professional training needs of educational psychologists and reflect a shift in orientation in professional training which is implicit in a research degree.

How does the Doctorate in Educational Psychology differ from a PhD?

To create an advanced level of knowledge in the areas of child development, educational psychology, special educational needs, assessment and intervention, childhood diversity, family dynamics and educational systems. Assessment is by written assignments.
To provide instruction in research methodology to doctoral level (you will be required to complete a 45,000-word dissertation).

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Programme Structure

The PhD programme involves three or more years of independent research on an original topic with the support of one or more academic supervisors.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-29 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

103

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Educational Psychology View 13 other PhDs in Educational Psychology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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103

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Other requirements

General requirements

An upper second-class honours degree in psychology (or equivalent qualification) that confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society.
Relevant experience of working with children or young people (aged 0-25). Applicants with a lower second-class degree (or international equivalent) and relevant experience may be considered.

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Tuition Fee

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National

11450 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11450 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

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