Education BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Education BA (Hons)
Are you interested in exploring formal and informal education through a variety of perspective disciplines such as sociology, psychology, philosophy, history and politics? Do you want to keep your career options open? Then our BA Education degree is the perfect choice for you to explore a wide variety of educational practices and ideas.
Our course will help you challenge established educational practices and debate issues such as social justice in education, inclusion, alternative education, and education and mental health. You’ll cover concepts in learning in the digital a...
Are you interested in exploring formal and informal education through a variety of perspective disciplines such as sociology, psychology, philosophy, history and politics? Do you want to keep your career options open? Then our BA Education degree is the perfect choice for you to explore a wide variety of educational practices and ideas.<br/><br/>Our course will help you challenge established educational practices and debate issues such as social justice in education, inclusion, alternative education, and education and mental health. You’ll cover concepts in learning in the digital age, global education, and the impact of cognition and development on learning.<br/><br/>One of the highlights of our degree is the placement module, which offers an excellent opportunity to put your understanding of educational theories into practice in a real-world setting. This experience will not only enhance your learning but also strengthen your CV, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.<br/><br/>Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to study abroad for a semester at our Malaysia campus, giving you an exciting international perspective on education. This experience will enhance your understanding of different cultures and approaches to education.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X3BA
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
Only accepted in conjunction with grades AB in Scottish Advanced Highers GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C /4
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
We will also consider 3 IB Higher Level Certificates with grades of 6,5,5 GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C /4
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4) , Maths grade C (numeric grade 4)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
Accepted along with A level grade B GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C /4
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
Only accepted along with grades ABBBB in Scottish Highers GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C/4
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M3
GCSE requirements – English and Maths grade C/4
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D
Accepted alongside A-Level grades BB GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C /4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Accepted along with A level grade BB GCSE requirements - English and Maths at grade C /4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C /4
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your Core Maths qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer. (Other exam boards considered)
A level
A,B,B
GCSE requirements – English and Maths at grade C/4
T Level
D
GCSE requirements – English and Maths grade C/4
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
Only accepted alongside A-Level grades BB GCSE requirements – English and Maths grade C/4
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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 |
| EU, International | £23,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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