BA (Hons) Applied Education Studies at University of Bedfordshire

This degree has been designed specifically for teaching assistants and those undertaking a support role within educational settings, and has a strong emphasis on employability, allowing you to put your learning into practice. It builds on your existing professional skills and competencies, giving you an in-depth understanding of educational provision for children aged 3-11 years within primary settings as well as children with special educational needs. After graduating, you may choose to apply for an Initial Teacher Training course or move into another career working with young people.

Faculty: School of Education and English  |  Department: Education & Teaching  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Luton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Units include Developing learning; English knowledge and understanding; Personalised learning; Reflections on practice; English theory and practice; Mathematics education; The learning environment; Exploring the curriculum; Professional practice; Research methods.

Career pathways

The course provides a clear route into a professional graduate role, through early-years teacher status; primary initial teacher training; or leadership and management. Past students work in roles including head teacher; SENCO; classroom teacher; and education welfare officer.

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