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Education Studies (Full-time) (Course details)

Newport
1 Years Full-time
96-112 UCAS Points

BA (Hons) Education Studies is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to work with learners of all ages and in diverse settings. Whether you are interested in early years education, childhood development, or supporting adults in education, this course provides a comprehensive foundation for a meaningful career in the field.

This programme encourages you to explore the role of education in creating positive change. With a focus on social justice in education and diversity and inclusion, you will examine how education can address key societal challenges, both in the UK and globally. You will also study education policy, gaining insights into how decisions shape the experiences of learners and educators.

At the heart of the course is the development of transferable skills, enabling you to thrive in various professional settings. You will explore teaching and learning approaches, understand the importance of Special Educational Needs (SEN), and engage with themes such as lifelong learning and globalisation in education. The programme aims to make you a critical thinker, ready to act as an agent of change in socially oriented professions. Whether you are interested in teaching, policy development, youth work, or roles in charities and community organisations, the course supports your career development in education.

This degree embraces flexibility, helping you shape your future according to your interests. With modules covering diverse topics, such as inclusive education and the impact of technology on learning, you will gain a broad perspective on what it means to educate in today’s world.

The BA (Hons) Education Studies programme is an opportunity to understand the transformative power of education. You will graduate prepared to make a difference in the lives of others.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
  • Online

  • Full-time

Language:
  • English
  • Welsh
Institution code:
T80
UCAS code:
Eng: 2X5V Cym: UCG1
Course length:
48 Months Online
3 Year Full-time

Why choose this course?

01
The opportunity to study a range of education-related subjects relevant to a wide range of careers with unique pathway options allow you to specialise your studies in an area that suits you.
02
Smaller class sizes with supportive and experienced lecturers who put the learner at the heart of the programme.
03
Sessions are timetabled in a family-friendly way that allows you to study in a supportive and caring environment.

What you will learn

This programme is grounded in the exploration of education through historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological lenses. By examining key issues such as equality, diversity, inclusion, and creative approaches to learning, we encourage students to critically reflect on education’s role in shaping individuals and communities. Our focus on alternative learning, community engagement, and global perspectives ensures a well-rounded and transformative learning experience.

You will explore the historical and contemporary roots of education and explore how people learn at different stages of life. You will also develop core skills for academic success and examine critical issues around equality, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Education: past, present, future

(20 credits)

Learning theory and practice

(20 credits)

Respecting Children and Young People's Rights in Wales

(20 credits)

Development across the lifespan

(20 credits)

Developing Successful Academic Skills

(20 credits)

All things being equal?

(20 credits)