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BSc (Hons) Education Studies

University of Cumbria, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Study education and learning from a national and global point of view, in vocational and non-vocational education and training and in lifelong learning. Experience a practical placement that provides you with hands-on experience. Be supported by industry-experienced tutors who provide you with a solid academic grounding to complement your practical experience. You’ll study subjects associated with education, teaching and learning, gaining a national and international perspective of education.

Discover the world of social justice, policy and current affairs in the context of education.

General Eligibility

  • A-levels: DDD

  • T-levels: P (D or E)

  • Access to HE: 24 Credits at Merit & 21 at Pass - 36 Credits at Merit & 9 at Pass

  • CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: D - C

  • OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: MMP - MMM

  • Scottish Highers: 72 - 88 UCAS Tariff Points preferably from 4 Highers.

  • Irish LC Highers: 72 - 88 UCAS Tariff Points preferably from 4 Highers.

  • Other experience: Experience with Children is preferred but not required.

  • Alternative routes: If don't think you'll meet the criteria for direct application to this course, check out our DipHe Education Studies.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts

  • Learning and Development

  • Introduction to Safeguarding in Education

  • Educational Environments

  • An Introduction to the History and Sociology of Education

  • Key Issues in Education Today

2 Year 2
  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts 2

  • Psychology of Education

  • Educational Policy and Context

  • Global Childhoods

  • Education, Faith and Philosophy

  • Planning an Enquiry

3 Year 3
  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts 3

  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

  • Educational Leadership and Management

  • Current Issues and International Perspectives

  • Education and the Media

  • Special Study

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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