University of Huddersfield has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Education in the UK and overseas is constantly changing, making it a fascinating field of study. This Education BA(Hons) course examines a range of contemporary UK and international education systems, with a focus on education as a business. Our Education BA(Hons) course, taught by teachers who are industry leaders, can prepare you for a successful post-University career. You’ll also focus on the education sector from a different perspective, including socially and politically. Following your studies, you might go on to work, for example, for local authorities, in family and children’s services, in nurseries, as a childminder, or in another relevant role. Why Study Education BA(Hons) at University of Huddersfield? On the course, you’ll develop sought-after skills and make industry contacts. You’ll also have the option to complete a 120-hour placement in a relevant educational setting. Plus, the Careers and Employability Service offers professional help and guidance, during your degree and beyond. The course addresses the fast-changing educational environment, giving you the skills to ensure you’re responsive to those changes within a variety of educational settings. You'll also: • explore the political, social, technological, and economic context of Education • consider approaches to management, organisational culture and behaviour, and marketing within Education. • undertake an investigative project that will develop and enhance an educational organisation. Professional Bodies At Huddersfield, you’ll also study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree†, allowing you to gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is. †full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees. Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
Modules
Modules on the first year of the course include: • Theories and Strategies for Learning • Perspectives in Learning and Development • Self, Society and Welfare • Issues in Contemporary Education. To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.
Assessment method
You’ll be taught through a series of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and interactive workshops. On average, 20.6 per cent† of the study time on the course is spent with your tutors (either face to face or online) in lectures, seminars, tutorials etc. A personal tutor will be assigned to you throughout your degree to support your ongoing wellbeing. † Based on 2020/2021 timetables Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
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:
- D051
- Institution code:
- H60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 104 points
A level - BBC - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - MMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
T Level - M
In addition you must also: * have GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. * complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check towards the end of Year 1, ready for your placement in Year 2, and to highlight any potential issues during your first term. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on 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 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | 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
Tuition fees will cover the cost of your study at the University as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision and examinations. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see Fees and finance - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
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Huddersfield
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