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BA/BSc (Hons)Computing and Education Studies

University of Worcester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed for students who are interested in the intersection of technology and education. You will learn how to use technology to enhance teaching and learning, as well as how to design and develop educational software and multimedia resources. You will also explore the social and cultural implications of technology in education and how to use it to support diversity and inclusivity in the classroom. Upon completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in educational technology or related fields.

Additional Information

This course is available for both full-time and part-time study, with flexible starting dates throughout the year. Students who complete this course can progress onto further study at master's level or enter the workforce directly as an educational technologist or teacher.

Discover the cutting-edge technology and innovative teaching methods at the University of Worcester.

The University of Worcester has a strong reputation for excellence in education and technology, with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced lecturers who are passionate about teaching and learning. The course is designed to give students the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our Computing and Education Studies joint honors degree enables you to tailor your course to your individual needs and interests. You'll be able to choose from a wide range of optional computing modules, including Computer Games, Mobile Apps, Cybersecurity, and e-Business. You'll also have fantastic opportunities to explore education across a wide range of contexts: from primary schools to forest schools, from the UK to Africa! You'll be taught with practical focus by tutors with academic, professional, and consultancy experience including working with blue-chip clients (such as Accenture, Burger King, IBM, Tropicana, Walt Disney, and American Sugars). You'll benefit from excellent support from your tutors to help you develop your subject knowledge and study skills.

You will be taught by a teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course.

General Eligibility

96 UCAS Tariff points and Grade C in GCSE English Language and Mathematics

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Mandatory modules:

  • Foundations of Computing

  • The What and Why of Education Studies

  • Education’s Past, Present and Future: Mapping equality, diversity, and inclusion

Module options:

  • Web Technologies

  • Introduction to OO Programming

2 Year 2

Mandatory modules:

  • Systems Analysis and Design

  • Whose Standards? (Re)forming quality education

Module options:

  • Navigating the Research Journey: Ethics, methodology, and research design

  • Sustainable Futures: Educating for a shared world

  • The Psychology of Teaching and Learning

  • Education @ Work

  • Safeguarding in Education: Learning lessons

  • Robotics

  • Design and Development

  • Web Application Development

  • Mobile Application Development

  • Advanced Creative Computing

  • Interaction Design

3 Year 3

Mandatory modules:

  • Developing Personal Values and Philosophy in Education

Module options:

  • Computing Project

  • Applied Software Engineering

  • Drones: Technology, Legislation, and Safety

  • IT Systems Consultancy

  • Machine Learning

  • Internet of Things

  • Advanced Web Application Development

  • Managing Cyber Risks

  • Cyber Security

  • Practical Database Applications

  • Listener, Learner, Leader: Becoming education change-makers

  • Dissertation: Your independent study of education

  • Educating for the Peace: De-weaponising and decolonizing education

  • Education @ Work

  • Education and the Sociological Imagination

  • Theatre and Education

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

IELTS level 7.0 with no element below 6.5

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