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Explore language and education independently and the intersection between them in our Education Studies and English Language BA joint honours degree. You’ll study both the written and spoken forms of English with a specific focus on the social aspect of language, developing skills that will support a learner-orientated approach to education.
The course takes a hands-on approach involving analysis of real data in the form of speeches and texts, as well as placements that allow you to apply classroom knowledge in a supported environment. Students graduate with theoretical and practical skills that can be utilised across a wide range of education and communications roles.
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104 UCAS Tariff points
T Levels may be used to meet the entry tariff requirements for this course. Find out more about T levels as UCAS tariff points here.
If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email admissions@worc.ac.uk for advice.
Further information about the UCAS Tariff can be obtained from http://www.ucas.com
We regularly review our courses to reflect the latest research and developments in the subject area, as well as feedback from students, employers and the wider sector. As a result, modules may change to ensure the course remains current and relevant.
Optional modules will run if enough students choose to study them. It is not guaranteed that all modules will be offered every year.
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Our Graduates pursue exciting and diverse careers in a wide variety of employment sectors.
For more information about teaching, learning and assessment on this course, please see the individual subject course pages for Education Studies BA (Hons) and English Language (joint honours).
If you would like to see a full programme specification for this course, please email AcademicQualityTeam@worc.ac.uk
You will be taught by a teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course.
Stuart is a Senior Lecturer in the Institute of Education. He is a keen learner, attentive listener and experienced leader. He leads Education Studies BA (Hons) and Leading Culture Change in Safeguarding (PG Cert).
Both courses provide their students with relevant knowledge, appropriate real-world challenges and wholehearted support. Stuart balances whole-class teaching with individual tutorials to make sure all learners are seen and heard. He collaborates with student reps and university services to see that all students really enjoy their subject and get the most from each module. The shared goal is an excellent course experience and long-lasting impact of student learning.
The Education Studies degree is an excellent route for progression to PGCE courses at Worcester and other providers. If you achieve a 2:1 or above you will be guaranteed an interview for teacher training (Primary) at Worcester, providing you meet the various national pre-requisites for the course. As well as going on to become successful teachers other students move into areas such as learning support, child mentoring and welfare, and become training officers in the private sector.
Skills acquired through the study of English are particularly highly regarded in all professions where good communication skills are prized such as publishing, journalism, public relations, human resources and web-based communication. English Language provides continuous opportunities to develop employability skills and includes work experience options. There is a range of opportunities to study for a semester abroad in Europe and the USA in the second semester of the second year.
In 2026/27 the standard fee for full-time home and EU undergraduate students on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees is £9,535 per year (subject to changes in the government tuition fee cap).
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase each year for both new and continuing students.
For more details on course fees, please visit our course fees page.
In 2026/27 the standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees is £17,200 per year.
The standard tuition fees for part-time UK and EU students enrolling on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees in the academic year 2026/27 are £1,190.83 per 15-credit module, £1,587.77 per 20-credit module, £2,381.66 per 30-credit module, £3,175.55 per 40-credit module, £3,572.50 per 45-credit module and £4,763.32 per 60 credit module.
For more details on course pages, please visit our course fees page.
Every course has day-to-day costs for basic books, stationery, printing and photocopying. The amounts vary between courses.
If your course offers a placement opportunity, you may need to pay for an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
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We have over 1,000 rooms across our range of student halls. With rooms to suit every budget and need, from our 'Traditional Halls' at £136 per week to 'Ensuite Premium Halls' at £236 per week (2026/27 prices).
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If you'd like to apply part time please contact the Admissions office on 01905 855111 or admissions@worc.ac.uk.
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Education Studies and English Language BA (Hons) XQ3H
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