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Education Studies at University of Cumbria - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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University of Cumbria has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

23Apr
London Open Evening 23rd April (for Sept 2025 intake only)
Undergraduate
7Jun
Brampton Road Open Day 7th June 2025
Undergraduate

Course summary

Passionate about education? Want to inspire across all ages, races and opportunities? You can apply your drive to inspire positive change through education on our Education Studies programme. This innovative course is built around current research and pressing social issues, allowing students to inquire into areas of the subject that truly fascinate them, in fact, the programme has achieved a 100% Student Satisfaction Rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS). Course overview Study education and learning from a national and global point of view, in vocational and non-vocational education and training and in lifelong learning. Experience a practical placement that provides you with hands-on experience. Be supported by industry-experienced tutors who provide you with a solid academic grounding to complement your practical experience. You’ll study subjects associated with education, teaching and learning, gaining a national and international perspective of education. Discover the world of social justice, policy and current affairs in the context of education. On this course you will...

  • Complete work-based placements, enhancing your academic knowledge and boosting your employability.
  • Develop a critical understanding of educational environments and approaches in relation to social justice, social policy and educational diversity.
  • Benefit from an intimate learning environment, including a personal tutor and small class groups.
  • Complete research enquiries on educational issues and in educational settings, developing analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Learn flexibly, studying the areas of education that are of interest to you.

Modules

YEAR ONE

  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts
Develop a professional understanding of the relevant education working environments including schools and non-school settings.
  • Learning and Development
Consider different influences on the development and learning of children, young people and adults, with a particular focus on social and emotional factors.
  • Introduction to Safeguarding in Education
An introduction to issues relating to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults in the context of education services in England.
  • Educational Environments
Understand education environments with reference to different forms of both formal and informal education.
  • An Introduction to the History and Sociology of Education
Develop a historical and sociological understanding of education.
  • Key Issues in Education Today
Build upon concepts around the links between education across the lifespan, social justice, identity and issues in society which effect education today. YEAR TWO
  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts 2
Further develop your professional understanding of education working environments.
  • Psychology of Education
Develop an understanding of psychological theories, relevant to educational practice, and how these relate to practice and their influence in educational settings.
  • Educational Policy and Context
An introduction to the reasons for policy in education (across all age phases) and the relationships between policy and social justice.
  • Global Childhoods
Develop a theoretical understanding of public policy issues surrounding global childhoods.
  • Education, Faith and Philosophy
Understand your own values and personal ethics in relation to philosophical thought.
  • Planning an Enquiry
Prepare for a small scale study. YEAR THREE
  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts 3
Further develop your professional understanding of the relevant education working environments including schools and non-school settings.
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Develop an understanding of the concepts of equality, diversity and inclusion.
  • Educational Leadership and Management
Develop an understanding of the perspectives of education leadership and management, making links between education management theory and practice.
  • Current Issues and International Perspectives
Develop an awareness of the issues arising nationally and internationally within all sectors of Education.
  • Education and the Media
Discuss the nature of media and technology in the world of the learner, exploring significant issues in the way technology has impacted on children, young people and adult learners’ lives, experiences, and well-being.
  • Special Study
Undertake and communicate findings of a reliable and valid small scale research project into an appropriate aspect of education.

Assessment method

Modes of assessment will be closely aligned with the programme modules and will encourage the development of breadth and depth of intellectual and practical skills. Methods will include

  • Essays
  • Group presentations supplemented by individually-produced supporting papers
  • Individual presentations
  • Portfolios
Students will also be required to undertake a Special Study at level 6.

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
X301
Institution code:
C99
Campus name:
London - Tower Hamlets
Campus code:
T

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSE English at C/4 or above

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
75%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
International £14900 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Visit www.cumbria.ac.uk/studentfinance for more information about student fees and finance, and for details about our alumni discount.
Education Studies at University of Cumbria - UCAS