Education and Mental Health BA (Hons)
UCAS code: X760
Why does education matter? How does education change our lives? How will studying education prepare you for a career inspiring others? Learn how education transforms lives—and become the one who creates that change on our BA (Hons) Education and Mental Health degree.
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Overview
| Course length: | 3 years full-time |
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| Start dates: | September 2026 |
| Location: | Edge Hill University |
| Example offers: | BCC-BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC)96-104 UCAS Tariff points View full entry criteria |
| Subject(s): | Education and Teaching |
| Faculty: | Education |
| Department: | Secondary and Further Education |
Why does education matter? How does education change our lives? How will studying education prepare you for a career inspiring others?
Education is everywhere – from schools to community organisations, sports foundations to the arts, hospitals to criminal justice settings, and from professional and business services to creative industries including digital and virtual technology.
Our BA (Hons) Education and Mental Health programme equips you with the necessary skills, experience and knowledge needed to pursue a graduate career specialising in the promotion of mental health in these diverse settings. Blending theory with real-world application, it examines key topics such as mental health promotion programmes, child and youth mental health, digital technology, sport, trauma-informed and whole school approaches, neurodiversity, youth and social work, and social and emotional wellbeing.
Our internationally-recognised, research-active staff will provide you with an innovative, applied degree designed in collaboration with industry experts that sets you apart from others and ensures you are well prepared for the diverse opportunities and challenges in the field. With opportunities for placements, real world projects, and hands-on experience in all years of study, graduates leave equipped to inspire change and change lives. It’s not just about understanding education—it’s about shaping its future and working with others to enhance life chances.
Education Subject Spotlight on Springpod
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Course features
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International students can apply
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Sandwich year option available
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Studying abroad option available
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Work placement opportunity
What you'll study
In your first year, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to succeed at university while exploring what education means in today’s world. You’ll learn how to study and research effectively, examine key ideas and values that shape education, and begin to understand the role it plays in supporting wellbeing. You’ll also develop an understanding of how your knowledge can be applied in education and mental health settings.
In your second year, you’ll explore how technology, mental health, and community engagement shape modern education. You’ll examine the opportunities and challenges of digital learning, investigate contemporary approaches to promoting mental health, and consider the impact of education within the wider community. You’ll also continue to develop your understanding of how your knowledge and skills can be applied in educational and mental health settings.
In your final year, you’ll build on your previous learning to explore education’s role in society and its potential to drive positive change. You’ll engage with real-world research, examine how education can promote mental health and wellbeing, and develop an understanding of the skills needed to lead and manage within community education settings. You’ll also reflect on your professional and academic growth, consolidating the skills and knowledge that will prepare you to make a meaningful impact in education and mental health, beyond university.
Entry criteria
Typical offer 96-104 UCAS Tariff points. No specific subjects are required.
Two GCSES at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (including English).
All students enrolling on this programme will need an enhanced DBS check.
Example offers
| Qualification | Requirement |
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| A Level | CCC-BCC |
| UCAS Tariff points | 96-104 points. |
| BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications) | Merit, Merit, Merit (MMM). |
| T Level | Overall grade of Pass (C or above on the core). |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. |
| Access to Higher Education Diploma | 45 credits at Level 3, for example 15 credits at Distinction, 15 credits at Merit and 15 credits at Pass. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations. |
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
If you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven't been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
English language requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
Fair Entry Criteria
Our new Fair Entry Criteria is a Contextual Admissions Policy that takes an applicant’s personal and educational background into account. This policy will allow eligible applicants to receive up to a two-grade reduction in their entry requirements for this course. Find out more and see if you qualify.
How to apply
Apply full-time
Read our guide to applying through UCAS to find out more about the application process.
International
Please see our international student pages for further information about how to apply as a prospective international student.
If you join a full time undergraduate degree at Edge Hill University, we will guarantee you the offer of a room in our halls of residence for the first year of your course.
Discover our accommodation
Facilities
The Faculty of Education enjoys the enviable position of being one of the country’s leading providers of transformative education, training and research for the teaching and education workforce. Housed in a state-of-the-art £9m building, the Faculty of Education enjoys a stunning setting from both its lakeside and piazza buildings.
Facilities in the lakeside building include a 300-seat lecture theatre, five well-equipped ICT suites, and 18 teaching rooms complete with the latest technology.
Our nearby piazza building houses our Research Hub and our Secondary and Further Education department including a lecture theatre and a number of seminar rooms.
Where you'll study
Finance
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
£9,790
a year
International
£18,000
a year
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
Financial support
Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this course can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrolling on the course may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships, which celebrate the determination, commitment and achievement of our students. Many of our scholarships are awarded automatically. There are some however, where you will need to be involved in an application or nomination process. To find out more about our scholarships and check your eligibility, please visit our dedicated scholarships pages.
Money Matters
Please view the relevant Money Matters guide for comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals can ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). If you are an EU student who does not have settled or pre-settled status, or are an international student from a non-EU country, please see our international student finance pages.
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
£9,535
a year
International
£17,000
a year
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
Financial support
Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this course can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrolling on the course may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships, which celebrate the determination, commitment and achievement of our students. Many of our scholarships are awarded automatically. There are some however, where you will need to be involved in an application or nomination process. To find out more about our scholarships and check your eligibility, please visit our dedicated scholarships pages.
Money Matters
Please view the relevant Money Matters guide for comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals can ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). If you are an EU student who does not have settled or pre-settled status, or are an international student from a non-EU country, please see our international student finance pages.
Your future career
We’ve designed this course for people with an interest in education. Perhaps you want to discover what role in the field would be right for you. Or maybe you haven’t decided which age range you want to work with yet.
After looking at education from different angles, you’ll understand this area inside out. Whatever you decide to do next, you’ll have a foundation of skills that will set you up for a variety of careers in education, not just roles in schools. You might design training for the corporate world, educate visitors in zoos or encourage learning in museums.
After graduating, many students use their degree as a launchpad for further training. Popular career paths include:
teaching at early years foundation stage, primary, secondary or further education through postgraduate teacher training
psychology and mental health
mental health practitioner
educational psychologist
learning mentor
education administrator
education counsellor
social/community worker
prison educator
international development worker
training organiser
Personal tutor sessions will focus on reviewing your progress towards graduate level employment, with leadership skills built into every module so that you feel confident leading teams, working in groups and managing projects. Dedicated employability sessions in each year of study will guide you in writing a CV, producing a professional LinkedIn profile, and compiling an electronic portfolio that evidences your graduate skills.
Course changes
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however our courses are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of professional bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
