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PhD of Educational and Child Psychology
- London, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A professional doctorate qualifying practitioner educational psychologists.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Educational and Child Psychology. Apply the relevant concepts and methods in coursework. Demonstrate effective communication
- Critical thinking and reflective learning.
Career outcomes
- Practitioner educational psychologist (HCPC)
- Applied psychology with children and families
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time doctorate. Modules include educational psychology theory and practice 1-3 (90
- 60 And 30 credits)
- Professional practice placements in educational and child psychology 1-3 (90 credits each) and a 90-credit research thesis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's-level qualification plus professional experience
- Per programme.
Accepted academic background
Master's-level qualification plus professional experience, Per programme.
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements
- English test score and deadline on the course page and the international entry requirements page. Apply direct from the UEL site
- Which is free of charge. Check your email for the offer. Accept through the Applicant Portal and pay the tuition fee deposit (amount in your offer) or submit a sponsor guarantee letter. Complete any further assessment and receive your CAS. Apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds. Attend induction week.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £23,827 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £37,957 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Stratford Campus, University Square Stratford, London E15 1NF |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Childhood and Social Care |
| Department | Psychology & Human Development |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | International scholarships and discounts of up to 5, 000 GBP for self-funded international students, 5% Early-payment discount (International fees and funding page, Archived 2026-10-03). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £23,827 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £37,957 GBP. The estimated living cost is £18,840 GBP.

