MEd Psychology of Education / Course details

TheMEdPsychology of Education has a long-standing reputation for excellence as amaster'scourse that can be completed in one year full-time or across two years part-time.

The MEd is designed to comply with the accreditation requirements set out by the British Psychological Society.

The course covers core areas of psychology specifically in relation to education.

Youwill develop critical skills in the evaluation and analysis of current research, theory and practice across education and psychology.

TheMEdcan ignite or progress your career pathway within educational psychology helping you to target goals such as the Professional doctorate in Educational Psychology, a research career (for example through a research PhD) as well as supporting careers targeting education andschool-basedoptions.

During term time teaching takes place on Mondays and Thursdays at 1.30-4pm and 5.30-8pm and part-time students can choose to attend either both afternoons, both evenings or, all in one day. If opting for the part-time route we do advise to get in touch with the Programme Director to discuss study options.

The course has been designed to prepare students for careers involving psychology by providing a strong grounding in psychology as applied to educational contexts. You will:

• experience an ethos of independent and co-operative learning and research;
• develop critical skills in the evaluation and analysis of current research, theory and practice in psychology and education;
• gain eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Status from the British Psychological Society.

• The Manchester Institute of Education (MIE) has a world-leading reputation for excellence in educational research and is the leading provider of doctoral programmes in the North West.
• The course provides a high-quality and rewarding learning experience that focuses on up-to-date research within group discussions and lectures. 
• The MEd is accredited by the British Psychological Society.

Important notice: factors affecting fieldwork and placements

The School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED) recognises the value of fieldwork and placements. However, the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff remains our priority.

The School will assess on a regular basis the viability of any travel and fieldwork and communicate any significant changes to our students at the earliest possible opportunity.

The role of SEED

• changes to the rules and guidance on travel and activities implemented and published by the UK and overseas governments;
• a risk assessment conducted by or on behalf of the University identifying unmanageable risk;
• changes that enhance the educational value and student experience of the activity;
• changes to the situation of a placement provider (for example, which cause them to be unable to accept students);
• the unavailability of appropriate insurance cover;
• the unavailability of appropriate travel and accommodation and any significant changes to their financial costs;
• where fieldwork and placements are a compulsory element of the Programme, they will be replaced with something academically similar;
• where a trip or placement is not a compulsory element of the Programme, it may not be replaced.

We will consult with affected students at the earliest possible opportunity and explore the options available to them.

The duty of students

Preparation, attendance and conduct

Attendance at preparatory classes is a compulsory pre-requisite of the fieldwork and placements to ensure safety and learning outcomes are met.

Students who do not attend the compulsory preparatory classes may be prevented from participating in the fieldwork or placement. It is the duty of students to discuss any attendance issues with the field course or placement convenor.

Students are representatives of the university during their fieldwork or placement. Behaviour deemed by the convenor to be unacceptable may result in students being sent home.

Where a student is unable to attend or complete the fieldwork or placement (e.g. due to mitigating circumstances), is prevented from attending due to absence from compulsory preparatory classes, or returned home due to poor conduct:

• a suitable alternative assessment will be offered (as appropriate) to ensure that the programme ILOs are met, and that the student is not academically disadvantaged;
• the University accepts no responsibility for any costs incurred by the student in relation to the fieldwork or placement.

Immigration, passport and visa requirements

It is the responsibility of the individual student to ensure they have:

• a valid passport to enter the destination country (including sufficient months prior to expiry);
• a valid visa (where required) and comply with its requirements.

The School cannot guarantee that visas required for fieldwork or a placement will be granted by the relevant authority. Please note that countries may change their immigration and visa regulations at short notice.

Where a student is unable to attend fieldwork or a placement because they do not have the required visa or passport:

• a suitable alternative assessment will be offered to ensure that the programme ILOs are met and that the student is not academically disadvantaged;
• the University accepts no responsibility for any costs incurred by the student in relation to the fieldwork or placement.

Our team work to support your individual needs. You will be allocated a personal Academic Advisor who will guide your academic and professional development.

We employ a range of teaching methods and formats to ensure a varied and engaging learning experience. Each course unit has a written assessment that will be followed by formative and summative feedback.

The dissertation features the opportunity for an empirical research study of your choosing involving psychology and education, and can involve qualitative, quantitative or mixed research methods.

The course is led by Dr Alexandra Hennessey.

Find out more about postgraduate teaching and learning methods at Manchester .

Read about the experience of recent students in their profiles: 

• Farhana Choudhury
• Tom Clements

The Manchester Institute of Education (MIE) is based in the University's Ellen Wilkinson Building, centrally located on the University's Oxford Road campus, close to the Main Library, Alan Gilbert Learning Commons and the Students' Union. Here you'll find all your teaching staff and support staff as well as a place to relax with fellow students.