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PostgraduateDoctoral Programme

Educational and Child Psychology

University of Sheffield
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Course Overview

The Doctoral Educational and Child Psychology at University of Sheffield is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human behaviour. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This professional training course will give you the skills, competencies and HCPC registration required to practise as an educational psychologist. We teach you the theory and support your practice, so you’ll be well prepared for your future career. Course description This is a three-year, full-time course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Child Development and Psychological Assessment
Educational Psychology: Theory and Practice
Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
Psychological Interventions in Educational Settings
Research Methods and Professional Practice
Applied Behavioural Analysis and Learning
Consultation Skills and Systems Thinking
Professional Placement and Reflective Practice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic67

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Fees and funding We only offer the course via the Educational Psychology Funded Training (EPFT) scheme. Self-funded places are not available. You can apply to the EPFT scheme through the Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP) website.Applications to the EPFT scheme for entry in September 2026 will close on at 5pm (UK time) on Wednesday 29 October 2025.Find details of relevant deadlines on the AEP website Additional costsThe annual fee for your course includes a number of items in additio

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

83%Working
15%Work & Study
98%Professional Jobs
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About University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield offers Educational and Child Psychology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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