Education Studies BA (Hons)

Education Studies BA Hons

Why do children fail? Should Higher Education be free? How can schools provide equal opportunities? Should we have special schools? How can schools tackle bullies? These are just some of the fascinating topics covered in this course.

You will be encouraged to take part in practical investigations, group work and projects, as well as visiting various teaching and learning institutions.

You will have an individual Academic Tutor to support you through your course. In addition the University offers an excellent range of academic support services to help you make the most of your studies.

If you are considering a future career in school teaching, your tutors will offer advice and give you the opportunity to undertake work experience and mentoring.

If you are looking for employment in other sectors, the flexible structure of the course and the opportunity provided by the dissertation will allow you to direct your study pattern.

There is a Year 3 Top-up programme for students progressing from Foundation degree or equivalent.  

UCAS code

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Education Studies BA (Single Honours) X302 BA/ES

Study options

Year 1 will introduce you to an analysis of the policies and practice of education in contemporary society as well as giving you the opportunity to investigate issues such as education and inequality, teaching and learning and inner city educationYour studies in Years 2 and 3 will then develop your understanding of the subject through a programme of research and enquiryYou will be encouraged to select modules according to your own needs and interests,so that a coherent programme of study can be achieved. A pathway in Inclusive Education is also availableIt is also possible to study a semester abroad.

Joint honours

It is also possible to study Education Studies as a joint degree with another subject.

The combination subjects available are: Art and Design, Computing, English Language Studies, English Literary Studies, Fine Art Practice, Physical Education, Psychology, Social Welfare and Sociology.

The University of Worcester’s degree combinations add breadth to your studies and enhance your employability.

 

Get in touch

Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

220 UCAS tariff points
A Criminal Records Bureau disclosure is required for some modules on the course

Modules

Making Sense of Education (mandatory for all pathways)
Education, Politics & Policy
Inner City Education
Mainstream Education for All 
Relationships & Education
Disability & Inclusive Schooling
The Global Dimension in Education

Assessment

Essays, project reports, presentations, reviews.

Craig Miller

Student, Education Studies BA (Hons)

“I’ve wanted to be a teacher for some time, but wanted to do a degree before my PGCE. The course at Worcester gives me the flexibility to mix and match my Education Studies with my interest in I.T. The lecturers here are really friendly- they all know my name, and the course in general is quite a close community. Worcester is the ideal size to live and study. A friendly face is never too far away!”

Academic department

Institute of Education

“Our high quality programmes and innovative teaching methods prepare and train the very best professionals. Worcester graduates have made a huge difference in the field of education.”
Professor Chris Robertson, Head of Institute

Employability

A knowledge of education is a valuable asset, equipping you for a diverse range of future careers, not only in education but also in related areas such as personnel, training advice, social work, housing and local government.

If you achieve a 2:1 or above you will be guaranteed an interview for teacher training (Primary).