BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies at Cardiff Metropolitan University

This degree prepares students for careers in the broad field of education with a specific focus on the primary sector, studying educational systems, processes and approaches and how social, cultural and political factors shape experiences of education. Two work-based placements are guaranteed, including settings beyond primary schools such as SEN provision, outdoor learning, community and alternative education, early years and the third sector. It does not lead to qualified teacher status. A bilingual pathway (BA (Anrh) Astudiaethau Addysg Gynradd) is available, with at least 40 credits a year in Welsh.

Faculty: Cardiff School of Education & Social Policy  |  Department: Primary Education Studies  |  Duration: 3 years full time; 4 years with a foundation year; part time up to a maximum of 10 years  |  Intake: 2027  |  Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: History of Education: Evolving Systems, An Introduction to Higher Education Academic Literacies, Play Creativity and Development in Young Children, Professional Studies and Work-based Development, Controversies and Debates in Education, An Introduction to Cross-curricular Learning. Year 2: Exploring Pedagogies for Practice and Provision, Diversity Identity and Equality in Education, Outdoor Play and Learning in and with the Natural World, Developing Professional Identities, Language Literacy and Childhood Education, Developing Your Research Skills. Year 3: Independent Project, Curriculum Design: Theory Practice and Politics, Global and Comparative Education.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue careers in primary education, third sector roles, community education, media and communication services, publishing, health and wellbeing and government administration, with placements building entrepreneurship and leadership skills.

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