Education Studies BA (Hons)

The BA in Education Studies offers an exciting opportunity to combine academic study with professional practice, developing a balance of intellectual and practical skills. Consequently, students on this course will be required to engage with the thoughtfully designed curriculum which explores various aspects of teaching and learning, whilst also working within the education sector. This facilitates the application of theory into practice.<br/><br/>The course enables students to gain insight and understanding of how they can theoretically and practically support the learning and development of children and young people.<br/><br/>Voluntary placements need to be undertaken in a school or education setting rated as good or outstanding by Ofsted. Practice-based learning is combined with campus-based sessions at the UCNL; full-time attendance on the course is normally 6 hours, two days a week, over three years. It is a work-based course which will see you combine practice-based learning with campus-based sessions, allowing you to gain industry experience whilst studying.<br/><br/>This programme aims to:<br/>1. Provide a critical overview of key debates that surround the education landscape in England<br/>2. Develop a critical understanding of the role of education in society<br/>3. Champion social justice and challenge the impact of societal inequalities<br/>4. Investigate global perspectives and provide students with an awareness of emerging themes that shape current education<br/>5. Provide opportunities to examine theory and evidence-based research findings which inform developments in practice<br/>6. Recognise and actively employ self-awareness strategies to safeguard mental well-being<br/>7. Develop highly skilled, reflective educational practitioners