Education with Inclusive Practice [with Foundation Year] BA (Hons)

Study our degree in Education with Inclusive Practice to bring meaningful ethical changes to educational settings.

Develop the knowledge and experience for current and future classroom roles and many other education-focused careers.

Discover how education intersects with psychology, sociology, policy, globalisation, technology, and social justice.

If you’re passionate about inclusive learning environments, our BA (Hons) Education is the perfect choice. You’ll work with subject specialists and experts in the field to gain expertise that will set you apart in the job market.

As well as gaining academic knowledge, you’ll build practical experience through volunteering, placements, collaborative work and community engagement.

On our BA (Hons) Education with Inclusive Practice, you’ll gain the knowledge and competencies to develop, lead and promote inclusive initiatives in different educational contexts.

As well as examining different perspectives on disability in contemporary society, including the psychological and sociological roots, you’ll delve into global practices, policies, and cultural attitudes towards inclusivity in educational settings.

Careers

Prepare for a meaningful career supporting learning, wellbeing and inclusion across education, care and the community. Explore how educational systems, policy and practice shape everybody’s lives, focussing closely on equity, diversity and inclusive practice.

You could work in schools or colleges, early years and youth services, educational support, charities, policy and advocacy, or research.

Make a positive social impact and get a strong foundation for further study and professional training in education, social work, psychology and related fields.

What can you do with an Education degree?

With further training you could progress to teaching, or other roles within the education sector. Or you could choose to work in policy, charitable sector, research, leadership roles or train future educators.

You might continue on to a Masters course, such as a PGCE or one of our MA Education degrees, which include options to specialise in leadership and management, SEND, and Montessori settings. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship to get 20% off your fees.

Facilities

Join our community and benefit from our network of primary schools: observe teaching, create lesson plans and develop activities for children.
You can also take advantage of our extensive library and IT resources, and access support with careers and employability, study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.

At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.

Their courses are built around the skills and experience employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England, and #8 in the UK, for UG graduates in senior roles 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards, gaming studios and more.

Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.