Education Studies BA (Hons)
An Education Studies degree will help you to understand the key issues, policies and debates that are in education today. You will gain an insight into how education systems develop and how children and adults learn. The course is a strong foundation for a variety of careers.
You will have the opportunity to spend a term in a European university as part of the Erasmus scheme. This is subsidised by the EU and, normally, costs students very little extra than it would cost to live and study in the UK. If you decide to study in Europe, you may have less choice of modules for your other terms spent at Northampton.
We also offer a one-week study trip to an EU University, normally HAN University in The Netherlands, which costs in the region of £300-400. In recent years there have been other opportunities for short optional trips, for example to the USA, to the European parliament and to Sweden. These are very beneficial to students but do incur extra costs.
What is an education studies degree?
A degree in education studies is an interdisciplinary practice, supplying the necessary knowledge and methodical structure needed to support individuals and organizations within the educational sector. Education Studies will enable you to lead with a positive outset to your working environment and the people you will work with.
What can you do with an education degree?
Along the course, you will gain a good understanding of the various aspects that go into the field of education and acquire the abilities required to succeed with a career in education.
The following roles are just some of those available to those graduating with an education degree;
- Teaching assistant
- Youth Worker
- Early years, primary, secondary or further education teacher
- Special educational needs teacher or coordinator (SENCO)
- English as a foreign language teacher
- Creative Therapist
- Community education officer
Campus Information
Waterside Campus
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Guaranteed Interview: Teacher Training
If you complete your education studies degree with us and apply for the PGCE Primary Education (5-11) (QTS) programme at the University of Northampton during your final undergraduate year, you are guaranteed an interview.
Terms and conditions apply:
Interviews are subject to you meeting the entry criteria for the course, we require a minimum 2:2 degree and relevant GCSEs
An interview does not guarantee an offer to study on the course
Places are limited and applications will close once the limit has been reached
Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt on the BA (Hons) in Education Studies. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on Master’s and postgraduate fees to give you a CV that will catch the eye of employers:
Education MA, Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) MSc, Counselling MSc, Social Work MA, Primary Education (5-11) (QTS) PGCE
This degree prepares you for a wide range of careers. There are many roles within schools and colleges that our students move into. In addition, some students with an Education Studies degree are inspired to move into social work, mental health and therapeutic sectors, youth work and supporting refugees. Here are some examples of roles that our graduates are involved with:
Nursery, Primary and Secondary teaching (after completing the relevant Post Graduate course)
Museum Educator
Youth Advocacy Work
Government policy advisory work
HE and FE teaching
Family Support
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator
Creative Arts Therapist
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Student Support Officer
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
BANGLADESH
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate / Intermediate,
- Year 1 of Bachelor’s degree in Bangladesh from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
INDIA
We accept the following qualifications:
- Standard 12,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
NEPAL
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Education Board Examination,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
PAKISTAN
We accept the following qualifications:
- High School Certificate,
- 2-Year Bachelor’s degree in Pakistan from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
SRI LANKA
We accept the following qualifications:
- A-Levels (Sri Lanka or the UK)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body
Please include the following documents with your completed application form:
- Details of your English Language competence, for example, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests or equivalent.
- Certified copies of your school certificates and any other relevant qualifications. A certified copy is a photocopy that has an original official stamp of your school, college, or university on it. The stamp should not be a photocopy.
- At least one reference (signed and on headed paper).
- A personal statement to explain why you are interested in studying your chosen course.
Bachelors degrees: IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band (or equivalent)
- Course Code: X301
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
47100 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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