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BA (Hons) Education Studies

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Education Studies programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the field of education, including its historical, philosophical, social and cultural contexts. The programme will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in education, as well as the ability to critically evaluate educational policies and practices. Students will also have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as early years education, special educational needs, and education policy.

Additional Information

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops and practical placements, providing students with a diverse learning experience. Students will also have the opportunity to engage in research projects, gaining valuable experience in conducting independent research and analysing data. The programme is designed to provide students with a strong foundation for further study or entry into the workforce.

Experience the best of both worlds at Bath Spa University - a beautiful setting for creative learning and cutting-edge research.

Bath Spa University offers a unique learning environment that fosters creativity, innovation and critical thinking. The university is committed to providing high-quality teaching and research opportunities, and has a strong reputation in the field of education. Students who graduate from this programme will be well-equipped to pursue a wide range of careers in education, including teaching, education policy, and management.

Why You Should Study This Course

In this course, you’ll analyze educational processes and their cultural, social, political, and historical contexts, and gain perspectives on economic relationships, globalization, international education, and equality and equity in education. Education Studies also explore beliefs, values, and principles in education and the way that they change over time.

General Eligibility

  • Indian students with 65% marks at Grade XII / Pakistani students with 70% marks at Grade XII

  • A Level – Grades BCC

  • Accredited Prior Learning equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2.

  • Other equivalent qualifications from EduQual/BTEC with Merit.

  • Copy of latest school credentials

  • Passport copy

  • Emirates ID (if any)

  • Visa Page Copy

  • Passport Size ID photo

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • A recognized post-secondary course.

  • University preparation (foundation) studies.

  • One year of study at a recognized tertiary or higher education institution.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Education for Change

  • Changing Education

  • Introduction to International Education

  • Working with Young People in the Community

  • Controversial Issues in Special and Inclusive Education

2 Year 2
  • Issues in Education

  • Professional Practice in Education

  • Education and International Development

You’ll also be able to choose three optional modules:

  • Literacy Learning in a Multimedia World

  • Supporting Learners with Additional Needs

  • Critical Approaches to Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties in Education

  • Environment and Education

  • Sociology of Education

  • Youth in Society: Power, Politics and Participation

  • Values, Philosophy and Education: Dialogicality in Action

  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

  • Education, Social Inequalities and Social Justice

  • Professional Placement Year

3 Year 3
  • Education Dissertation: Part 1

  • Education Dissertation: Part 2

  • Global and International Education

You’ll also be able to choose three optional modules:

  • Building Bridges: the Team Around the Child/Young Person

  • Learning in Mathematics

  • Creativity and Digital Technologies in Education

  • Inequality, Education and Policy

  • Childhood, Reading and Children’s Literature

  • Health, Education and Wellbeing

  • Young People, Identities and Subcultures

  • Professional Practice: Supporting the Dyslexic Learning in the Classroom

  • Learning in Science

  • Culture, Creativity and Society: Perspectives in Art Education

  • Identity, Philosophy and Education

  • How to Teach University

  • Social and Educational Inclusion

  • International Perspectives in Early Childhood

  • Symbolic representations: Young children making meaning

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, a minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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