 1.svg)
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Details
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Career and Technical Education | Curriculum Design | Curriculum Development (Theory) | Curriculum Studies | Early Childhood Education | Education Science | Education Technology | Educational Administration | Educational Evaluation and Research | Educational Leadership | Educational Management | Educational Psychology | Elementary Education | Gifted Education | Higher Education Administration | Instructional Design | Instructional Support | Instructional Technology | Language Arts | Secondary Education | Special Education | Specialty Training | Student Affairs | Subject Specialization | Teacher Training | Training and Development | Training For Preschool Teachers | Vocational Training
Area of study
Education
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Education BA (Hons)
Overview
The Education BA (Hons) course is designed for students who are passionate about making a difference in people's lives through education. The course explores the varied world of education, allowing students to develop their own personal philosophy and career path, whether in teaching or another education-related profession.
Course Options
- Full Time (3 years)
- Full Time (4 years) with placement year
- Full Time (1 year) top-up
- Part Time no fixed duration
Entry Requirements
- Typical Offers: 96 UCAS tariff points, CCC at A levels, MMM at BTEC, or a Pass (C and above) in your T-Level
- Additional requirements: English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required
- Mature students: We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants
- International students: Please read the entry requirements for your country – and contact our admissions team if you have questions
Course Modules
Level 4 (Undergraduate year 1)
- Personal Development (ES4001)
- What is Education? (ES4004)
- Education Policy (ES4005)
- Introduction to Themes in Education (ES4006)
- Introduction to Psychology in Contexts (ES4007)
- Education in Practice (ES4008)
- Human Development (ES4009)
- An Introduction to Working in Education (ES4011)
Level 5 (Undergraduate year 2)
- Introduction to Researching Education (ES5001)
- Social and Emotional Development in Education (ES5003)
- Overcoming Barriers to Progress (ES5004)
- Contemporary Issues in Education (ES5005)
- Education and Society around the World (ES5006)
- Education in an Ethnically Diverse Society (ES5007)
- First and Second Language Acquisition, Learning and Development (ES5008)
- Education in the Digital Era (ES5009)
- Exploring Working in Education (ES5011)
Level 6 (Undergraduate final year)
- Education Studies placement year (ES5111)
- Dissertation (ES6001)
- Teaching English As A Foreign Language (EF6301)
- Psychology for Practice (ES6004)
- Community Development and Education: Theory (ES6005)
- Community Development and Education: Practice (ES6006)
- Education for Change (ES6007)
- Learning to Think: Thinking to Learn (ES6008)
- Mentoring, Coaching and Supervision (ES6009)
- Learning Outside the Classroom (ES6010)
- Practice in Education (ES6012)
Fees and Costs
- Start date: Sep 2026
- Location: City Campus, Gloucester
- Course code: —
- Fee (UK): TBC
- Fee (international): TBC
Careers
Our Education course is more than just a degree; it’s a journey towards a fulfilling career. Our strong industry links provide numerous enriching experiences, allowing you to put theory into practice through work placements and volunteering opportunities.
Teaching Staff
- Maria Meredith, Academic Course Leader for Education
Student Stories
- Danni’s Wild Encounters
- Lecturers go above and beyond, showing that students are the priority
- Fresh challenges can reap rewards
Trips and Experiences
Our Francis Close Hall campus has been part of our heritage for 150 years and it is home to our active community of experienced teachers and practitioners.
Placements
- Duration: 12 months, full-time (minimum 35 hours a week)
- Location: popular destinations include the UK, USA, China, and Europe
- Visa: you may need a visa if you’re on placement abroad
- Finance: your tuition fee is reduced for your placement year – and you can still apply for a maintenance loan and get money advice
- Placement support: we’ll help you find a great placement and get the most out of the experience
Related Stories
- Gloucestershire to Confer Honorary Degrees on Former Certificate of Education Graduates
- UoG professor hails impact of Netflix series Adolescence in raising important questions for society
- Stress Awareness Month: Guidance to break negative cycle from UoG psychology expert
Other Courses You Might Like
- Education, Inclusion and Special Ed Needs BA (Hons)
- Primary Education with QTS BEd (Hons)
- Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
See More
