Education Studies and Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI) (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Studying Education Studies at Lincoln Bishop University gives you a comprehensive understanding of education in its broadest sense, both nationally and globally. This course is an excellent choice if you are considering a career in teaching or are interested in a wide range of education-related professions. You will explore key issues, policies, and practices shaping education today, developing the knowledge and skills to make a real difference in the field.

Alongside this, the study of Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI) will deepen your understanding of the opportunities and challenges faced by different groups in society. You will critically examine theoretical perspectives and engage directly with practice through placements, giving you valuable hands-on experience. The course covers a wide spectrum of needs, including cognition and learning, social, emotional and mental health, as well as sensory and communication needs. You will also have the opportunity to focus on more specific and complex needs, gaining insight into the realities of inclusive education.

Throughout your degree, you will be encouraged to challenge your own beliefs and values, as well as those of others, and to become a passionate advocate for change. By combining Education Studies with SENDI, you will develop a unique blend of analytical, practical, and empathetic skills, preparing you for a rewarding career supporting inclusion and making a positive impact in educational settings and beyond.

If you don’t have, or don’t think you will attain, the normal tariff points for studying at Lincoln Bishop University, this course will enable you to study for a degree without any UCAS points. The course is delivered over four years and includes a Foundation Year, which gives you a perfect introduction to what it means to be a university student and prepares you for effective undergraduate study. In your Foundation Year, you will study eight modules, all of which are designed to equip you with the necessary academic skills and knowledge to progress successfully in your chosen subject. You will also engage in a series of bespoke subject sessions delivered by experts, designed to introduce you to your chosen subject area.