BA (Hons) Professional Practice (Education and Training)

This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the field of education and training. Students will learn about different teaching methods, assessment strategies, and how to create a supportive learning environment. They will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through practical placements and projects. By the end of the course, students will be able to critically evaluate current practices in education and training and make informed decisions about their own professional practice.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in education and training, or those who want to enhance their existing skills and knowledge in the field. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical placements, providing students with a diverse learning experience. Students will also have access to dedicated support and resources, including a personal tutor and a variety of IT facilities.

Discover the Excellence of Buckinghamshire New University's Education Programmes

Buckinghamshire New University is an ideal choice for students pursuing a degree in education and training due to its strong reputation for delivering high-quality teaching and research. The university has a long history of excellence in the field, with a strong focus on practical learning and hands-on experience. Students will benefit from the expertise of experienced lecturers and the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and industry partnerships.

This top-up degree is flexibly designed to enable practitioners in Early Years, Primary Education, and wider education and training environments such as further education to meet continuing professional development (CPD) needs and develop expertise in the practice setting. The program enables you to extend your prior qualifications to gain an honors degree related to your specific area of practice. The modules are designed to extend your knowledge and skills relating to practice, developing reflexivity, enhanced confidence, and critical decision-making skills. You will be encouraged to develop autonomy and personal responsibility within your professional role and for your own personal development. This work-based programme is open to students who have successfully completed a Foundation Degree or a Diploma in Higher Education. It is designed to help you develop your theoretical knowledge and expertise and enable enhanced practice and career progression. You can choose to study our BA (Hons) Professional Practice (Education and Training) either full-time or part-time.

All students applying to the program will have previously achieved 120 credits at level 4 and 120 credits at level 5, either through a foundation degree, diploma, or APEL route, through the Universitys Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme (CATS), To gain a specific bracketed award the 240 credits already held must be in the same field of study as the chosen pathway.