Program Overview

Education Studies

Overview

The Education Studies program at Bishop Grosseteste University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of education in its widest sense, nationally and globally. The program is highly practical, with a focus on theory and its application in real-world contexts.

Why Study This Course

This course is ideal for students interested in a career in teaching or other education-related areas. It provides a deep and reflective knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in education, directly related to everyday practice. Students will debate education policy, explore the drivers of educational change in England today, and critically consider different approaches to schools and schooling, both within the UK and globally.

Course Summary

The Education Studies program is a three-year, full-time course that provides students with an excellent understanding of education in its widest sense, nationally and globally. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and understanding required to succeed in a career in education.

Key Facts

• Award: BA (Hons)
• UCAS code: X301
• Duration: 3 years
• Mode of study: Full time
• Start date: September 2025
• Awarding institution: Bishop Grosseteste University
• Institution code: B38

Entry Requirements

• 96-112 UCAS tariff points (from a maximum of four Advanced Level qualifications)
• A range of qualifications are accepted, including A/AS Levels, BTEC, Access Courses, International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge Pre-U, Extended Project, etc.

Course Structure

The program is divided into three years, with each year consisting of a range of modules that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of education.

Year 1

• Child Development and Wellbeing
• The Brain, the Mind and Education
• Understanding Education Inequality
• Perspectives on Learning

Year 2

• Becoming a Professional
• Education in a Digital Era
• Interpreting Education Research
• Vision to Reality
• Thinking Through Pedagogy
• Social Justice: Diversity and Inclusion

Year 3

• Contexts for Learning
• Language, Literacy and Learning
• Dissertation
• Global Perspectives on Education
• Curriculum Debates and Future(s)

Optional Modules

• Education in a Digital Era
• Becoming a Professional
• Language, Literacy and Learning
• Contexts for Learning

Assessment

Assessment is carried out through coursework of different types, including essays, reports, oral presentations, multimedia presentations, reflective logs, and portfolios. There are no examinations.

Careers and Further Study

Education Studies graduates enjoy very high levels of employability, with around 70% of students completing a teacher training course and going on to be highly successful Primary or Secondary teachers. The course provides good training for a role within business, service industries, personnel, museums, galleries, or charities.

Support

Studying at BGU is a student-centered experience, with staff and students working together in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. The university provides a range of support services, including academic support, careers advice, and counseling.

Fees and Funding

The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students with their studies. Students can also apply for a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan to help cover the cost of their studies.

How to Apply

Undergraduate course applicants must apply via UCAS using the relevant UCAS code. The application fee is £27, and students can make a maximum of 6 choices. For more information on how to apply, please visit the university's website.