This Psychology for Education Professionals (Foundation Degree) Foundation Degree course offered at Birkbeck, University of London can be studied Part-time.
For more detailed information about Psychology for Education Professionals (Foundation Degree) at Birkbeck, University of London, please visit the institution website.
We welcome all interested applicants with and without formal qualifications as we base decisions on our own assessment of qualifications, knowledge and previous work experience.
However, as a minimum, applicants must have:
Experience of working with children or young people
A good standard of written and spoken English equating to GCSE English
A good standard of basic mathematics
Basic computer skills
A placement in an educational establishment working directly with children or young people (as a paid employee or as a volunteer) for a minimum of one day (six hours) per week, for the duration of the degree.
Suitability for admission will be assessed on the basis of the application and all applicants are interviewed. Applicants are also required to undertake a written test of their English and mathematics skills as well as a self-assessment of their computer skills as part of the interview process. Admission will be conditional on students providing written confirmation of their work placement and on arranging for a workplace mentor who would be willing to provide ongoing professional support for the duration of the degree.
