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PhD of Educational and Child Psychology

University of East London

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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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

  1. Check the course entry requirements
  2. English test score and deadline on the course page and the international entry requirements page. Apply direct from the UEL site
  3. 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

CampusStratford Campus, University Square Stratford, London E15 1NF
Faculty or schoolSchool of Childhood and Social Care
DepartmentPsychology & Human Development
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value360
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInternational 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.