Education and Psychology BA (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 140 graduates of Education and Psychology BA (Hons) and other courses in Psychology (Non-Specific) at University of Strathclyde for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Psychology (Non-Specific).
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Psychology (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Psychology (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22000 | £20500 | £26000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £27000 | £16500 - £24500 | £19000 - £30500 |
All Psychology (Non-Specific) courses of University of Strathclyde
Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology (Non-Specific)
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22453 | £19501 | £22448 |
25-75 percentile range | £18813 - £26261 | £14189 - £24534 | £16207 - £28709 |
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Course Description
Education is an interesting field of study in its own right. You will learn about formal and informal education in relation to political and social issues. This new social policy degree programme gives you the opportunity to learn more about the social and economic challenges facing Scottish society and enables you to place these in a broader international and comparative perspective.
Why Education and Social Policy at Strathclyde?
Opportunity to put theory into practice in a community placement and enhance your employability.
Develop your knowledge and understanding of the education systems of Scotland and beyond.
Experience research-informed, evidence-based teaching by internationally-recognised professionals.
Joint Honours Education graduates will be able to explore postgraduate routes into teaching careers (via the PGDE).
Our BA degrees in Humanities & Social Sciences are initially broad-based. In Year 1, you'll study three subjects, including your chosen subject(s).
Your Career
Our graduates will have opportunities to work in professions associated with education, for example, in law, psychology, journalism, the Civil Service, and the Museums Service. A joint Honours degree in Education and another subject will qualify you to apply for the Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) course, either primary or secondary.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Education and Psychology BA (Hons) at University of Strathclyde
20% | Elementary occupations |
15% | Media Professionals |
15% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
10% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Costs
Tuition Fees Education and Psychology BA (Hons)
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £19600 | year 1 |
International | £19600 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Undergraduate students who live in Scotland will usually have their tuition fees paid by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you have previously attended university or college or are not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS to check your eligibility to have your fees paid. SAAS will pay your tuition fees directly to Strathclyde.
Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Strathclyde in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Strathclyde in related subject specific rankings.
Education
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- #4
- #9
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- Education
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #2
- #24
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #7
- #301
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- Education
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #4
- #319
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- Education
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
See all 32 university rankings of University of Strathclyde
About University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is a prominent research education institution situated in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Awards and accolades are never far away from their name, having been recognised as university of the year on numerous occasions by Times Higher Education, as well as the 4th best in the UK for Student Satisfaction. The city itself is known for the friendly and humorous locals, as well as the diverse and international student population.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023