Hear from education students at Bath
Find out more about what studying BA (Hons) Education with Psychology with us is like from past and present students.
A course full of opportunities
With an interdisciplinary approach to the study of education, our course allows you to focus on different aspects of this fascinating subject. Some of our current and recent students share their stories.
'What stands out is how interactive and open the environment is. You’re encouraged to question, to reflect, and to bring your own perspective.’ — Vaness Tang
‘The placement experience was fantastic, as it helped me develop a wide range of transferable skills. Also, it is a great way to stand out in the graduate job market.’ — Sarah Farr
'We are able to learn about child development and the role of family from two very different perspectives [Education and Psychology]. These work well together when it comes to constructing an understanding of both children and young people.' — Sophie Vis
'I did two placements. They allowed me to explore a variety of potential future areas of work. I volunteered for the International Citizen Service (ICS) in Nepal. After that, I spent my second placement at a residential care home for disabled children.' — Chloe Collins
Excellence in education at a top 10 UK university
We are known for great teaching and providing outstanding career preparation.
Prepare for your future
Our BA (Hons) Education with Psychology course is designed to get you ready for a range of careers, including:
- primary, secondary, and international school teaching
- language teaching
- mental health-related specialisms
- roles within charities and non-government organisations
- family outreach work
Alongside your core studies, you’ll also have the chance to take units that have been created to enhance your professional development with a wide range of employability skills.
You can also choose to complete a professional placement as part of the course. During this, you’ll spend Year 3 working with a real-world organisation and use the skills you’ll have gained during your first two years in a practical setting.
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A safe, supportive and student-friendly environment
Bath and North East Somerset is in the top 3 safest university towns and cities in England and Wales (Complete University Guide, 2024).
Our on-campus Security team and Student Support Advice Service are also available 24/7 to give you peace of mind.
An exciting campus connected to a vibrant city
Our campus, which is on the edge of the city, contains study spaces, shops, and cafés. It's also home to a wide range of sports facilities.
You can travel between the campus and city by foot, bike, car or bus. Transport links from the city centre also mean you're just 90 minutes from London and onward travel to its international airports, too.
When you are in the city, you can experience its many bars and restaurants, music venues, museums, and historically significant architecture.
* The University of Bath ranked 7th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, 8th in The Guardian University Guide 2026, 8th in the Complete University Guide 2026, and 9th in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026.