BA (Hons) Education with Psychology 18 June 2015 Open Day (2:45pm-3:30pm)

Outline Welcome Dr Mary Hayden, Head of Department Opening Dr Sam Carr, Director of Studies (2015/16) Admissions Tutor Dr Alex Masardo Programme Tutors Dr Rita Chawla-Duggan, Graham Nutbrown Dr Richard Joiner, Dr Michael Donnelly Placement Gaby Edwards and Pippa Hayward Student Perspectives Student Ambassadors Question & Answers

Education with Psychology Delivered jointly by the Departments of Education and Psychology A unique blend of social science units that relate to the study of children and young people

“The futures we create for generations of young people who follow us arise out of our ability to imagine a better world, recognise our responsibility to others, and define the success of a society to the degree that it can address the needs of coming generations...” (Henry Giroux)

“I’m not the teacher I used to be “I’m not the teacher I used to be. It used to be great, and I couldn’t wait to get to school every day because I loved being great at what I do. All of the most powerful teaching tools I used to use every day are no good to me now because they don’t help children get ready for the test, and it makes me like a robot instead of a teacher. I didn’t need a degree to do what I do now. They don’t need real teachers to prepare children for tests and, in fact, I think they could just develop computer programs to do this.” (a teacher)

“The kids I’ve had the last few years have gotten higher scores because I’ve worked so hard at getting them ready for the tests, but this is a facade because they just don’t have it together like my former students. They don’t read as well because they’re only reading for main ideas and supporting details and resolutions and characterisations which compared to my students a few years ago is a sin. Those students read for getting the whole picture and for fun. They loved reading. But these students, they just think reading is something you do for a test. Learning for the tests isn’t meaningful; it’s a chore, and so I think the tests have really made achievement go down . . . the scores are up, but the kids [today] know less, and they are less as people...I think it’s a crime; it’s educational malpractice.” (a teacher)

Presentation overview

Why study Education with Psychology at Bath? The programme’s unique features Programme Structure Unit tutors Student Support Placement

Interdisciplinary approach Education, Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy To develop academic knowledge and the skills to evaluate policy and practice. Unit categories Social sciences and childhood Psychological perspectives Research methods

Programme structure

Year 1: Sample units Introduction to research methods 1 Mind and behaviour 1 & 2 Philosophy of education 1 Childhood, education, and schooling Childhood, youth and deviance Childhood, youth and family

Year 2: Sample units Educational psychology Social psychology Developmental psychology Intervention, organisation and practice Contemporary issues in childhood and youth 1 Global perspectives on childhood and education Language, communication and learning Director of Studies’ approved unit, etc.

Final year: Sample Dissertation research 1 & 2 Attitudes and social cognition Developmental disorders Clinical interventions in childhood and youth Children and young people as consumers Childhood, youth and technology Director of Studies’ approved unit, etc.

Learning and teaching Taught by world leading researchers Research-led teaching Teaching delivery Lectures Seminars Group work Discussions Assessment Academic essay Practical assessment Portfolio work Presentation Examination

E-learning Moodle, Virtual Learning Environment Wiki Wifi on campus

Why Education with Psychology at Bath? Unique programme structure Optional 3rd year Placement Excellent student support Personal tutoring Academic support A close-knit, friendly community!

Preparing you for your future Career opportunities social services NGOs Teaching Further training and degrees PGCE MA MRes/PhD

Placements team Pippa Hayward, Placements Officer Helps with finding a placement, CVs & cover letters, placement guidance and visits students in the work place. Gaby Edwards, Placements Tutor Supports your academic development whilst on placement e.g. if you have any academic questions with regards to dissertation and / or final year unit choices. Visits students in the work place.

What is the placement year? An option available for a work-based placement linked to your studies. Minimum of 30 weeks excluding holidays, of at least 30 hours a week (900 hours). Part time placements are possible (e.g. 150 days is 3 days a week for 50 weeks).

What is the placement year? You can do more than one placement. Undertaken during the academic year between the second and final years of your degree programme. UK based or overseas.

The benefits Gain practical experience of a workplace linked to your degree programme. Chance to acquire a range of personal and vocational skills. Provide valuable learning to bring back to your final year studies.

The benefits Gives you an advantage in the graduate job market (employers are increasingly looking for experience as well as a qualification). You can ask your placement employer for a reference later on. Opportunity to network - make useful contacts who may help you find a job when you have graduated. Enhance your employment prospects and could lead directly to a job.

Where might I go on placement? Wide variety of governmental and non-governmental organisations working with children and young people (children’s services, youth services, social services, probation service, etc.) Voluntary organisations working in the youth, education, health and caring fields. Schools, Colleges and other educational establishments in the public and private sectors. Research.

Where our students have been Kaseye Girls Secondary School, Malawi Spent 10 months teaching English and Life Skills to 11 and 16 year old girls. Both classes had around 100 students. Responsibilities included planning, teaching lessons, marking books, homework and writing and grading exams. Ran English and Drama clubs. Set up a mass pen pal scheme with an English school that involved 200+ students.

Where our students have been Marchant-Holliday School Independent school for boys aged 5-13 with behavioural, emotional and social special needs. Key aim is to provide a safe and nurturing environment that raises development to a level that will allow them to become a valued member of society and potentially lead them to mainstream schooling. Worked both as a TA, and as part of the care team including before and after-school routines, social activities, clubs and day trips. Worked with children of all ages and with a multitude of needs such as Autism, ADHD, Attachment disorders, Dyslexia, Anxiety disorders and boys capable of particularly violent, hostile behaviour.

Where our students have been Body and Soul Charity Charity that supports children, young people and families affected by or living with HIV. Student worked with children aged 10-13 years. Responsible for researching, planning and facilitating workshops for members. Favourite part of placement was being involved in psychological therapy and evaluating children’s behaviours and progression. Key challenge was working with a variety of children from various backgrounds. Some had emotional hardships, Autism or ADHD.

Support in securing and organising your placement year Departmental Placement Team (Officer / Tutor) Moodle page Students Union Student Money Service Careers Advisory Service Student Disability Advice

Student support

Personal tutoring Senior Tutor Assigned a personal tutor (a member of academic staff) Provides you with a personalised point of contact with the University throughout your studies. Responsible for co-coordinating the personal tutorial system and for liaising with Student Services. 

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Join our programme at Bath!

Entry requirements A Levels Typical Offer: ABB Essential At least 5 GCSE passes at grade C and above, which must include Mathematics, English and a Science General Studies is excluded Languages which are intended for non-native speakers are not normally acceptable when taken by native speakers of that language Although we do not specify any particular A level subjects or combinations we expect at least one of your subjects to include academic essay writing as part of the assessment.

Student perspectives

Question & answers

Contact us E-mail: admissions@bath.ac.uk Dr Sam Carr (Director of Studies) Dr Alex Masardo (Admissions Tutor) Department of Education University of Bath Bath BA2 7AY www.bath.ac.uk/education