Course summary
Explore the world of teaching and education. You’ll discover which aspects you are passionate about through practical placements outside the classroom. As part of this course, you’ll:
- Use directed experiential learning to see first-hand how theory links into practice
- Gain a wide understanding of educational systems and practices in the UK whether in schools and special needs schools, or settings such as museums and prisons
- Question key educational issues including the social influences surrounding how children learn and potential barriers to learning
- Gain an overview 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 major independent study
- Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals
- Placements opportunities
- Professionally experienced expert teaching team
- Strong and meaningful partnerships with schools and community organisations
- Access to dedicated teacher training facility that mimics real-life nursery and primary school settings
- Distinctive and creative programme that responds to the changes taking place in society
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Introduction to Policy in Education
- The Evolution of the Education System
- Personal, Professional & Academic Development Through Education Studies
- Introduction to Learning & Development
- Professional Practice in the Workplace 1
- Introduction to Education Research
- Inequality, Schooling & Social Justice
- Comparative Studies in Global Education
- An Introduction to Education Philosophies
- Inclusive Educational Practice and Valuing Diversity
- Research Methods & Ethics
- Professional Practice in the Workplace 2
- Teaching & the Context of Multi-disciplinary Working
- Professional Practice: Career Choices
- Dissertation
How to apply
You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2023.
If you already have a 2023 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.
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:
- X302
- Institution code:
- L27
- Campus name:
- Headingley Campus
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 88 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
This course only requires applicants to do a DBS check if they decide to go out on a placement.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE