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

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The University of Manchester - mini undergraduate virtual open day
Undergraduate

Course summary

BSc Education draws upon psychology, sociology, and critical policy analysis to help explain and understand teaching and learning processes, the mechanisms of and solutions to global inequalities both within and beyond education, and how such issues are affected by government policies on education. BSc Education course is ideally suited for those who wish to:

  • begin a career pathway towards Primary or Early Years teaching (eg through PGCE Primary);
  • begin a career pathway towards professional psychology training routes, with an educational focus (eg educational psychology);
  • enter other education-based vocations, with a specialism towards pastoral responsibilities and/or special educational needs;
  • enter a career in Teaching English as a Second Language and/or Non-Government Organisations (NGO) focused on community education or adult learning both in the UK and overseas;
  • prepare for a research career within the public sector and/or private industry.
A key feature of the course is its Learning through Research' approach, which enables you to develop skills relevant to employment in a range of professions (including teaching but also civil service, third sector, NGOs, and educational psychology). These include:
  • the ability to collate and analyse data, information, and evidence;
  • critical analysis of contemporary global problems in education;
  • written and oral communication skills.
The course is supported by a research placement in an appropriate organisation (eg a school) in Year 2 and the opportunity to undertake a substantial piece of research in Year 3.

How to apply

31Jan

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:
X300
Institution code:
M20
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme: Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme are required to achieve ABB and an EAP score of B overall with B in writing and speaking and with C in reading and listening. Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year are required to achieve ABB and an EAP score of B overall with B in writing and speaking and with C in reading and listening. Applicants studying other Foundation programmes should contact the academic School to check if their qualification is recognised for entry to this programme and for specific entry requirements.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.56.5 overall, with 6.5 in writing and no other sub-section below 6.0.

All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either: GCSE English Language grade C/4 , or; An acceptable equivalent qualification. The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student from outside the UK and the EU must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language in order to be granted a UK visa (Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This level is often referred to as the 'B2 level'. Additionally, our individual Schools may ask for specific English Language proficiency levels that are necessary for their academic programmes. In most cases these requirements are likely to be higher than the B2 level.

Equivalent English Language Qualifications

http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/admissions/language-requirements/

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1

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 our website for the International Fees for each course.
Education at University of Manchester - UCAS