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Entry requirements


A level

B,B,B

A minimum of a Grade B/level 6 in English at GCSE if without A Levels which demonstrate significant amounts of writing. GCSE grade 5 Maths required

Access to HE Diploma

D:30,M:15,P:0

Level 3 units in Social Sciences, Cultural or Media Studies are desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

M2,M2,M2

At least one social science preferred. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required.

If you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we will vary our offer to recognise this.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

30 points including three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. English and Maths at SL grade 5 required if not offered at HL.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3

At least one social science subject preferred but should include English and Maths

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM

Will be considered, areas of social science or cultural studies preferred. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required.

Scottish Higher

B,B,B,B,B

Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. National 5 English and Maths required at grade C (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher.

UCAS Tariff

120-135

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About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Education studies

This wide-ranging degree provides you with an insight into the role of education in society, both nationally and internationally. You will study sociological, philosophical, historical and political perspectives. Benefit from work experience and placements including student tutoring and volunteering, and ‘learning from work’ options.

The Uni


Course location:

Main Site (Newcastle)

Department:

School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

85%
UK students
15%
International students
16%
Male students
84%
Female students
97%
2:1 or above
20%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
B
C

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