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Education, Society and Childhood

University Centre Weston

UCAS Code: BECS | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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A level

C,D,D

Access to HE Diploma

M:15

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

MMP

T Level

P

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Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Education studies

This degree will develop your knowledge of the education system on a national and international basis. You will explore the concept of education and gain an understanding of the role that it plays in today’s society.

You will explore how the education system continues to be shaped by social, political and economic factors and assess the impact that these factors have on young people. You will focus on how it affects their identity and how the impact that this can have upon their development.
Within the BA(Hons) Education, Society and Childhood you will explore the long-term outcomes for disaffected students and understand how society supports them so that they develop to their full potential. You will then use this knowledge to address a broad range of themes and ideas including gender in the early years, alternatives to schooling, mental health and wellbeing, as well as institutional racism.

You will have opportunities within this degree to delve into areas of interest for you to develop your specialist knowledge which may support your future employment prospects. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with employers as well as undertaking a placement. This will allow you to have relevant experience of putting your skills and knowledge into practice and set you on the path to follow your chosen career.

We offer support for your academic, personal and career development throughout the programme. As well as having access to a professional network made up guest speakers, work-based learning opportunities. If you already practice in an education or community setting, we’ll work with you so you can use your experience to inform your studies.

This degree gives you the opportunity to apply knowledge and learning in a context that matches your interests and/or intended career route. You take part in seminars, lectures, tutorials, and personal research. The course has been designed around three key themes that are developed upon in each academic year.

Modules

Full-time year 1:

Philosophy of Education
Supporting Healthy Development
Childhood Development and Beyond
Working together to Safeguard Young People
The Reflective Practitioner

Full-time year 2:

Approaches to Curriculum and Pedagogy
Engaging with Research
Listening to Young People
Professional Practice

Full-time year 3:

Professional Development
Contemporary Issues in Education
Constructions of Childhood

Assessment methods

Assessment is via a combination of practical assessments and coursework, and a work experience element totalling an average of 12 hours per week.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£8,900
per year
England
£8,900
per year
EU
£12,500
per year
International
£12,500
per year
Northern Ireland
£8,900
per year
Republic of Ireland
£8,900
per year
Scotland
£8,900
per year
Wales
£8,900
per year

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Course location:

University Centre Weston

Department:

Teacher Training

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