Education Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Engage your passion for education and a fairer society with this innovative degree programme. Designed to give you the skills you need to make a difference in today’s complex and evolving educational landscape, expect to learn about educational processes, systems and approaches within cultural, societal and political contexts.<br/><br/>Build your experience with work placements and project-based learning, study towards Forest School accreditation, and get the chance to explore a semester abroad while studying.<br/><br/>Choose to follow a central programme or specialise in one of three specific areas of interest including Youth and Community Work (YCW), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), and Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI).<br/><br/>The Foundation Year is an extra year of study at the start of your degree. It’s designed to boost your academic skills and knowledge of your specialist area. When you successfully complete it, you can transfer seamlessly into the full degree programme.<br/><br/>**Why study at Hull?**<br/><br/><br/>* Specialise in what interests you: Gain a core understanding of educational studies with the option to specialise in a range of high-demand optional pathways.<br/><br/><br/>* Gain hands-on experience: Put the theory into practice on work placements and in our Forest School Training Centre..<br/><br/><br/>* Study abroad: Boost your employability by studying abroad at one of our partner universities, gaining a global understanding of educational practices.<br/><br/><br/>**Where could this take me?**<br/><br/>With the academic grounding and practical skills you’ll learn, there are lots of options for your future career.<br/><br/>Many graduates take up a role in teaching, educational administration and management, while others pursue a research role in an educational setting, or work with training and caring organisations. More specialist careers include work in SEND organisations, as a youth worker, or TESOL teacher. <br/><br/>You can also go on to further study with this recognised route to PGCE and education-related postgraduate courses.

The University of Hull offers everything you need to excel in your studies and beyond. They equip you with the skills needed to achieve your potential once you graduate, which is why Hull scores 95% for employability (Higher Education Graduate Outcomes). Hull also have close ties to industry, giving you the chance to explore placement years and internships.<br/><br/>If you apply before October 1st, you'll also be guaranteed a spot in Hull's modern, comfortable accommodation. This gives you the perfect environment to jump into student life and your new home. Hull is also the most affordable city in the UK, meaning that you won't break the bank trying everything the city has to offer! You can explore Hull's leafy single-site campus and accommodation by booking campus visit via their website. If you can’t make it in person, Hull's 360 virtual tour allows you to explore the campus and facilities, wherever you are.<br/><br/>The University of Hull also ensures that you're fully supported throughout your studies. Their team of trained professionals will make sure you have the resources to manage any issues you face in your studies. From financial advice to 24 hour mental-health support, you'll have all the help you need at Hull.<br/><br/>What are you waiting for? Get in touch today!