Modules

Year one The first year introduces key concepts and skills that underpin the study of education. You'll be introduced to formal and informal education and explore the potential of education to transform lives. Key themes include wellbeing, global citizenship and the impact of research. Year two In your second year, you'll continue to gain practical and academic History skills. You’ll be introduced to the key ideas and theories needed to understand contemporary educational issues. You’ll learn about education policy and its role on a local and global scale. You’ll also evaluate how education contributes to achieving change in the workplace. You’ll explore global citizenship and wellbeing in more depth, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore sustainable development. Depending on your choice of modules, you can undertake an education placement in your second year. Year three You’ll develop a deeper understanding of a professional career in education and education’s role in sustainable development. Your dissertation in either Education or History will complete your studies. If you choose to focus on Education, you’ll get the chance to use your research to help solve real-world problems with our industry partners. If you’re interested in a teaching career, and you’re on target to successfully complete your degree, we offer a guaranteed interview for our Primary or Secondary PGCE courses in your final year.

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through various tasks and coursework including written assignments, creative projects, practical assessments and presentations. There are no exams on this course. We’ll provide regular guidance on how to improve your skills, knowledge and understanding so that you can enter the workplace with confidence.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS