Education BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Education BA (Hons)
Our BA (Hons) Education degree has been specifically developed to prepare you for a rewarding career in the education sector. You will explore contemporary learning and teaching practices and develop a clear understanding of how people learn within today’s diverse and changing society.
You will gain insight into the challenges and innovations shaping education locally, nationally, and globally. By drawing on psychology, sociology, policy, and educational practice, you will develop a strong understanding of how people learn and develop, helping you shape the future of educat...
Our BA (Hons) Education degree has been specifically developed to prepare you for a rewarding career in the education sector. You will explore contemporary learning and teaching practices and develop a clear understanding of how people learn within today’s diverse and changing society.<br/><br/>You will gain insight into the challenges and innovations shaping education locally, nationally, and globally. By drawing on psychology, sociology, policy, and educational practice, you will develop a strong understanding of how people learn and develop, helping you shape the future of education.<br/><br/>Throughout your studies, you will be immersed in practice-led learning and gain first-hand experience in real educational settings. You will apply theory across a wide variety of learning environments, building confidence and practical skills alongside academic knowledge.<br/><br/>Strong partnerships with educational institutions and sector organisations allow you to engage with real-world challenges such as inclusive education, curriculum innovation, and digital learning. Practical experiences are embedded across all three years to ensure you graduate with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to confidently respond to changing professional demands in education.<br/><br/><strong>Who is this course for?</strong><br/>This course is ideal for students from a range of academic backgrounds who share a passion for education and its positive impact on young lives.<br/><br/>It prepares graduates for dynamic careers across schools and wider educational settings, including progression into Initial Teacher Training (ITT), enhanced Teaching Assistant roles, and other education-focused pathways. You will graduate with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours needed to succeed in a wide range of impactful roles in education and beyond.<br/><br/><strong>What does this course lead to?</strong><br/>This education degree has been specifically developed to prepare graduates for a career in the education sector, whether graduates wish to pursue postgraduate study and become a qualified teacher, or enter the education profession directly as a teaching assistant, education leader, education administrator, or one of the many other education professionals working across schools. The degree’s versatility ensures you graduate with the skills and adaptability to make a meaningful impact across schools, organisations, and wider educational settings.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DUC1
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
Scottish Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 4 Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of Merit, or 102-118 UCAS Tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit or Pass Grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
31
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
C/4 GCSE English and Maths
HNC (BTEC)
P
D
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DMM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
AS
Accepted when studied alongside other Level 3 qualifications
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
D*D
D*D (104 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
DMM (112 UCAS Tariff Points)
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points from a minimum of 2 Scottish Advanced Highers
Extended Project
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
HND (BTEC)
P
M
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
This qualification is accepted when taken alongside other qualifications.
A level
104-120 from a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Merit (120 UCAS Tariff Points)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This qualification is considered as part of the overall tariff (104-120 UCAS Tariff Points)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £19,081 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






















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