23Nov
UndergraduateUniversity of Staffordshire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Education is one of the important aspects of children's, young people's and adult's lives. It can define a future, develop confidence in learning in many ways, ensuring we can all participate successfully in our local and national communities. This degree combines an understanding of how education is a natural and essential part of our world, embracing theory as well as opportunities to develop education experiences across a range of educational sectors both professionally and within our communities. You’ll combine theory and work experience to develop the skills needed for a range of educational roles, from mentoring, coaching, deepening educational engagement and working with children and families to teaching and beyond. This course is for those who want to work with people in any professional context that involves learning and supporting children and young people to learn. During the course you will experience the opportunity to work on projects, encounter different ways of learning and also benefit from volunteer, community and professional placements so that you can explore your role in learning and educational practices. As a graduate from our BA (Hons) Education programme, you could progress onto roles in the community, within schools and colleges, training organisations, educational support and welfare. Students also progress into post-graduate opportunities such as teacher training, education and social work . In addition to our education studies programme we now offer optional pathways in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, Mental Health and Wellbeing or Education for Our Sustainable World. These pathways provide an opportunity for specialism in these important educational fields, through studying specialist modules, and also tailored work experiences. On successful completion of study you will graduate as: BA (Hons) Education Studies or BA (Hons) Education Studies with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities or BA (Hons) Education Studies with Mental Health and Wellbeing or BA (Hons) Education Studies with Education for Our Sustainable World.
Modules
Year one modules: Children, Families and Society Keeping Children and Young People Safe in Education The Emergent Graduate Professional The Evolution of Education Year two modules: Compulsory modules Contemporary Issues in Education Perspectives of Learning and Development Research Methods Optional modules: Mental Health in Context Principles of Outdoor Pedagogy Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Exploring Alternative and Global Educational Contexts Year three compulsory modules: Collaborative Working in Multi-Professional Contexts Independent Research Project Digital Future of Education-21st Century Learner Optional modules: Mental Health Practice Provision Education for A Sustainable World SEND and the Changing World of Work Coaching and Mentoring in Education
Assessment method
Teaching Students learn in different ways. To help everyone get the most out of their studies, we teach through a combination of lectures, seminars, one to one meetings and workshops. We include practical sessions using outdoor spaces in our community. Assessment Your course will provide you with opportunities to test your understanding of your subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark. Each module normally includes practice assessments. There are a variety of final coursework assessments, such as reports, portfolio, digital and project work, presentations and pitches, and the final year, independent project.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- X300
- Institution code:
- S72
- Campus name:
- University of Staffordshire (Stoke Campus)
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 112 points
Access to HE Diploma
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16750 | Year 1 |
| International | £16750 | 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
For further details of what is and is not included in your tuition fees please visit www.staffs.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees/
Provider information
University of Staffordshire
College Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 2DE