BA (Hons) Education Studies (Work Based)

Course Overview

This degree is all about deepening your understanding of how people learn. You’ll explore the cultural and historical aspects of the education system in the UK and beyond, and undertake placements in a wide variety of London settings.

These could include mainstream primary schools, schools for children with special educational needs, hospitals, prisons, Pupil Referral Units, and theatres.

This course is designed for people already working in an educational setting and who want to gain a relevant degree while in employment.

General Eligibility

• 96 UCAS points

• CCC at A Level or equivalent

• BTEC Level 3 Qualifications or a combination of A Level and Level 3 BTEC qualifications

• All Level 3 qualifications welcome, including the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 21 Level 3 credits at Merit

• Plus five GCSEs including mathematics and English

• Applicants must be employed in an educational setting in either a paid or voluntary capacity.

• While a GCSE in science is not an entry requirement to this degree, candidates must note that a GCSE in science or equivalent is required for application to a PGCE or School Direct Teacher Training program.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.0, TOEFL - 550 (print-based), TOEFL- 80 (internet-based), Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.