Program Overview

International Education (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

Key Facts

• Level: Undergraduate UG BA (Hons)
• Duration: 1 year full time
• Starting: September
• Fees UK 25/26: Full Time: £9,535
• Fees International 25/26: Full Time: £17,000
• Location: Waterside

Overview

This course gives you the opportunity to top-up HND/ or Diploma level qualifications (or equivalent) to a full honours degree. Students with a background in the following subjects will be considered: English, linguistics, applied linguistics, English language, Business English, English literature, TEFL, English and Education, Education studies, Early Childhood Studies, Intercultural communication.

The course focuses on a comprehensive awareness/understanding of Education and on English Language use and teaching in a global context. You will develop your knowledge, skills and practice to a high level through this Top-up course which will enable you to gain employment in a range of international educational contexts, from English Language teaching in schools, kindergartens to Educational Leadership, Education Consultancy and Teacher Training.

Highlights

• Study English language with the key theoretical and practical issues involved in the field of TEFL or intercultural communication.
• Opportunity to take the Cambridge English Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA).
• Opportunity to visit local nurseries/pre-schools and have a ‘student buddy’ if choosing early years modules.

Entry Requirements

Applications are welcomed from students with a HND or equivalent qualification in one of the following subjects: English, Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, English Language, Business English, English Literature, TEFL, English and Education, Education Studies, Early Childhood Studies, or Intercultural communication.

• English Language Requirements

All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

• IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level
• If applying for Early Years Studies then you will be required to have an IELTs score of 6.5

Course Content

• Education, Culture and Society (20 Credits)
• Exploring Deviance and Disaffection (20 Credits)
• English Use and Intercultural Communication (20 Credits)
• Education, Heritage and Communities (20 Credits)
• International Education and English as a Medium of Instruction (20 Credits)
• Challenges and Opportunities in English Language Education (20 Credits)
• Research Project (20 Credits)
• Professional Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education and Care (20 Credits)

Fees and Funding

• 2025/26 Tuition Fees
  • UK Full Time: £9,535
  • International Full Time: £17,000
• Additional Costs: There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2025.
• Scholarships and Bursaries: For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.

Special Features

• Alongside your modules, you will be able to choose from a range of education-related options.
• In Exploring Deviance and Disaffection you will explore the diverse nature of deviance and disaffection from the theoretical and applied paradigms relevant to understanding the role of related social justice as it impacts on the lives of teachers and learners through academically, experientially and employability informed critically-investigative peer discussions.
• In Education Aims Values and Ethics you will develop your ability to construct and critically deconstruct Philosophy of Education dialogues and arguments whilst developing an understanding of contested education issues so that you are enabled to produce cogently argued positions (on topics that you find personally meaningful).
• In Personal, Academic and Professional Development: Graduate Leadership, you will be involved in the study of the theory and practice of leadership and management techniques used in the provision of Early Years and children’s services.
• Professional Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education and Care will support your further development as reflective Early Years practitioners, who are able to apply your knowledge of theories and principles of child development and organisational and regulatory requirements to your individual practice and pedagogy.

Related Courses

• Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
• Education Studies BA (Hons)
• English BA (Hons)