Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Education Top Up Online provides the opportunity for those with sub-degree qualifications the opportunity to progress directly into the second (level 5) or final year (level 6) of the BA (Hons) Education Studies degree programme. It provides a differentiated and flexible route, which enables individuals to gain an undergraduate honours degree which will help them to develop the professional knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to their workplace settings. It is suitable for those who do not have appropriate credits to enter directly into the BA (Hons) Education Studies degree.

The programme is suitable for those who already hold existing credits from qualifications such as HNCs/HNDs, other levels 4/5 vocational/technical qualifications or foundation degrees. It would also appeal to Further Education practitioners, who hold level 5 teaching qualifications as well as those with relevant overseas qualifications.

There is no PSRB or other professional accreditation attached to this programme.

In addition to topping up to a relevant academic degree, the programme also enables participants to demonstrate to employers the capacity for academic, organisational or management skills to enhance career development opportunities or open up new career possibilities.

General Eligibility

Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree in a relevant subject.

This course is open for direct entry to Level 5 (the second year of a degree) and Level 6 (the final year of a degree).

For credits gained through HE-certificated study:

• For entry to Level 5 - Evidence of 120 credits gained through Level 4 study in an appropriate education/training relevant context.

• For entry to Level 6 - Evidence of 240 credits gained through study at Level 4/5 study in an appropriate education/training relevant context.

Part Time Work Details

n/a

Language Requirement

• ELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent).