Course summary

Our work-based degree programme offers a unique blend of practice-based learning and weekly campus-based teaching sessions. Over the course of one year, you will integrate your previous study and experience in an education context, deepening your understanding of current issues, education practices, and practitioner research. Whether you come from a background in primary, secondary education, or the lifelong learning sector, this programme emphasises the importance of formal education. We understand the importance of maintaining your current employment or volunteer commitments. That's why our programme is designed with your schedule in mind. You'll attend classes one day per week on campus, starting from 1 pm, allowing you to continue working and earning while pursuing your degree. This course offers you the chance to critically evaluate your practice by closely examining the systems, procedures, and changes within your field of work and study. The modules will foster your professional development as a reflective practitioner, covering topics like leading people and teams, addressing contemporary issues, and adopting critical approaches to pedagogy. Additionally, you will undertake an independent research study, further enhancing your skills and knowledge in the education sector. The BA (Hons) Education in Practice is designed for applicants employed as Teaching Assistants or in other support roles within schools or colleges. You often work alongside qualified teachers, providing invaluable support for children, young people, or adults, including those with additional needs. We also encourage collaboration with students from related degree courses, offering diverse perspectives from various educational contexts, such as early childhood and youth services. This collaboration enriches your understanding of the broader education landscape in which you work.