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Education Studies at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS

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Leeds Beckett University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Explore the world of education in-depth. You’ll discover which aspects you are passionate about and have the freedom to develop a pathway towards your career choice. Discover the world of education and which aspects fire your passion. As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Use experiential learning to see first-hand how theory links into practice
  • Gain a wide understanding of educational systems and practices in the UK in schools, or settings such as community education, museums and prisons
  • Question educational issues including the social influences surrounding how children learn and potential barriers to learning
  • Gain an understanding of current issues in education systems around the world and how they relate to the UK
  • Study topics independently and develop high-level research skills to prepare for your dissertation
Find out more Supportive study to suit you You’ll learn from a dedicated and supportive course team who will help you tailor the course to your professional ambitions. In your final year, you’ll research a subject of your choosing in your dissertation. Completing a placement each year will reinforce the theory you learn in lectures and give you invaluable professional experience. Expanding your horizons During year two, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of volunteering opportunities and study abroad for one or two semesters. In year three, you’ll select modules based on your career aspirations. Professional insights You’ll have access to a range of guest speakers, who will each give their own perspectives on current educational issues. These experts cover topics such as:
  • Social work
  • Primary and secondary schooling
  • Educational opportunities for those not in mainstream schooling
  • Children and young people’s services
  • The NHS
  • Community organisations
Why study Education Studies at Leeds Beckett University...
  • Guest lectures delivered by leaders from the schools, children and young people’s and family workforce as well as social work, the NHS and community-based services
  • Professional placement opportunities in a wide range of settings
  • Experience our strong and meaningful partnerships with schools and community organisations
  • Develop your research and reflective skills to assist your ongoing professional development
  • Distinctive and creative programme with the flexibility to support your career direction

Modules

Year 1 Core Modules:

  • Introduction to Policy Studies
  • Evolution of the Education System
  • Academic Self
  • Whose Curriculum? Whose Knowledge?
  • Applying Educational Research
  • Professional Development 1
Year 2 Core Modules:
  • Inequality of Schooling & Social Justice
  • Introduction to Education Philosophy
  • Research Methods & Ethics
  • Comparative Studies in Global Education
  • Professional Development 2
In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:
  • Multi-disciplinary Working: from Teaching to Social Work
  • Professional Development 3
  • Dissertation
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Satisfactory enhanced criminal history checks will be required by all applicants prior to acceptance on the course, (processed through the University only). The University is unable to accept DBS checks obtained through another institution (this includes those registered with the DBS Update Service); the checks undertaken by the University are appropriate to the course of study and relevant regulated activity placements.

Student Outcomes

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80%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
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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

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

Please see www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk for fee information.
Education Studies at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS