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BA (Hons) Degree in Educational Studies

Key Facts 

Mode: Campus-based, part-time

Entry Requirements: A good level Foundation Degree in Educational Studies or equivalent

Fees: £843.50 per annum

Application Deadline: 1st July 2012

Course Start Date: 27th September

Length of Course: 2 years

The BA (Hons) Degree in Educational Studies is a part-time programme designed for students who successfully complete the Foundation Degree in Educational Studies and wish to progress to achieve a Level 3 Qualification and greater professional recognition. 

The BA allows students to build on the skills and knowledge gained on the Foundation Degree  whilst continuing to work within a classroom environment.

The BA is not a teaching qualification although graduates with a 2.1 or above are eligible to apply to a number of routes into Qualified Teacher Status, including the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). 

 

Programme Aims

 The programme aims to:

  • improve your educational skills, knowledge and understanding
  • enable you to explore the possibility of a career path leading towards greater professional recognition
  • offer specific knowledge of the Curriculums and their application
  • consider the history, philosophy and sociology of education
  • build on your classroom practice through the synthesis of theory and practice
  • provide an excellent opportunity to improve your contribution to the learning of young people and others

Programme Structure 

You will study 6 modules over 2 years, 3 in the first year and 3 in the second year.

Modules for Year 1     Modules for Year 2
ED 3031 Professional Studies A                 ED 3033 Teaching and Learning in the Workplace 
ED 3032 Foundation Subjects   ED 3034 Professional Studies B 
ED 3030 The Core Curriculum  ED 3035 Professional Enquiry 

 

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Contact

For more information about the Foundation Degree contact the Course Administrator

Kirn Saini 

T: 0116 252 3656

F: 0116 229 7501

E: ks51@le.ac.uk