
Education BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Education BA (Hons)
The Education degree takes a holistic approach to understanding education, preparing students to combine theories and research from psychology, education and sociology to develop the knowledge of how children, and young people learn.
This education degree has been specifically developed to prepare you for a career in the education sector. You will develop knowledge and understanding of the latest child development practices, how children and young people learn as well as develop a understanding of the challenges and innovations in the education sector. You will gain first-h...
The Education degree takes a holistic approach to understanding education, preparing students to combine theories and research from psychology, education and sociology to develop the knowledge of how children, and young people learn.<br/><br/>This education degree has been specifically developed to prepare you for a career in the education sector. You will develop knowledge and understanding of the latest child development practices, how children and young people learn as well as develop a understanding of the challenges and innovations in the education sector. You will gain first-hand experience across a variety of school types, and across school ages.<br/><br/>School-based placements and practical experiences are embedded across all three years of study to ensure you will graduate feeling prepared with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to enter the education sector, whether progression onto Initial Teacher Training or as a critical support professional.<br/><br/>Throughout the three years of this Education degree youll develop knowledge and understanding of the latest child development practices, how children and young people learn as well as develop an understanding of the challenges and innovations across the whole education sector. By studying psychological and sociological needs of our whole society you can help shape the future of education. <br/><br/><strong>WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?</strong><br/>Students on this course come from a variety of academic backgrounds, but share a passion for education and the positive impact it can make on young lives.<br/><br/>Most applicants will be working towards a career in teaching, but the course is also suitable for those who are interested in education in a variety of settings. <br/><br/><strong>WHAT DOES THIS COURSE LEAD TO?</strong><br/>Students on this course come from a variety of academic backgrounds, but share a passion for education and the positive impact it can make on young lives.<br/><br/>This education degree has been specifically developed to prepare graduates for a career in the education sector, whether graduates wish to pursue post-graduate 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.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
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 | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |