BA (Hons) Education Studies

Pedagogy, policy, and inclusive learning environments

Online only

3 years full-time360 creditsEnglish

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Overview

Education Studies explores how people learn across schools, colleges, and community settings. You will examine curriculum theory, inclusive pedagogy, assessment, and education policy. Campus-based micro-teaching sessions build confidence; school placements in Years 2 and 3 connect theory to practice. The programme welcomes students pursuing PGCE routes or education roles in NGOs and government.

Partnerships with Edinburgh schools provide structured observation and mentoring placements.

Who This Programme Is For

Future primary or secondary teachers
Education policy and NGO professionals
Parents and community leaders deepening pedagogical knowledge

Faculty spotlight

Professor Margaret Hughes leads Inclusive Education; Dr. Tom Bradley researches EdTech adoption in schools.

How you can study

Digital only

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What You Will Learn

Design inclusive lesson plans aligned to curriculum standards
Critically evaluate education policy and assessment systems
Reflect on teaching practice using evidence-based frameworks
Communicate learning needs to parents and stakeholders

Curriculum

Year 1

Code	Course	Credits
EDU101	Introduction to Education Introduction to Education — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Introduction to Education Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU102	Child & Adolescent Development Child & Adolescent Development — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Child & Adolescent Development Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU103	Sociology of Education Sociology of Education — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Sociology of Education Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU104	Academic Skills Academic Skills — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Academic Skills Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20

Year 2

Code	Course	Credits
EDU201	Curriculum & Assessment Curriculum & Assessment — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Curriculum & Assessment Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU202	Inclusive Pedagogy Inclusive Pedagogy — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Inclusive Pedagogy Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU203	School Placement I School Placement I — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in School Placement I Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU204	Educational Research Methods Educational Research Methods — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Educational Research Methods Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20

Year 3

Code

Course

Credits

EDU301

Education Policy

Education Policy — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in Education Policy
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

EDU302

School Placement II

School Placement II — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in School Placement II
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

EDU303

Honours Dissertation

Honours Dissertation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in Honours Dissertation
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

Career Paths

Teaching Assistant
Education Officer
Learning Designer
PGCE Candidate
Policy Researcher

Programme Highlights

Micro-teaching studio online
School placement partnerships
Pathway to MA Education Leadership or PGCE
Inclusive education specialism option

Admission Requirements

A-levels BBB (or equivalent) in relevant subjects, or an Access to HE Diploma with Merit profile
International Baccalaureate 28 points, or high school diploma with GPA 3.0/4.0 minimum
Personal statement (400–600 words) explaining your academic interests and career goals
One academic reference from a teacher, tutor, or school counsellor
English proficiency: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 46, or equivalent (waived for prior English-medium study)
Optional: portfolio or interview for creative and professional programmes

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Overview

Partnerships with Edinburgh schools provide structured observation and mentoring placements.

Curriculum

Year 1

Code	Course	Credits
EDU101	Introduction to Education Introduction to Education — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Introduction to Education Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU102	Child & Adolescent Development Child & Adolescent Development — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Child & Adolescent Development Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU103	Sociology of Education Sociology of Education — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Sociology of Education Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU104	Academic Skills Academic Skills — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Academic Skills Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20

Year 2

Code	Course	Credits
EDU201	Curriculum & Assessment Curriculum & Assessment — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Curriculum & Assessment Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU202	Inclusive Pedagogy Inclusive Pedagogy — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Inclusive Pedagogy Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU203	School Placement I School Placement I — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in School Placement I Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20
EDU204	Educational Research Methods Educational Research Methods — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway. Core concepts and frameworks in Educational Research Methods Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases Methods, tools, and professional standards Ethics, risk, and responsible practice Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project	20

Year 3

Code

Course

Credits

EDU301

Education Policy

Education Policy — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in Education Policy
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

EDU302

School Placement II

School Placement II — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in School Placement II
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

EDU303

Honours Dissertation

Honours Dissertation — core module covering foundational concepts, applied practice, and formal assessment on this degree pathway.

Core concepts and frameworks in Honours Dissertation
Theory applied to contemporary organisational cases
Methods, tools, and professional standards
Ethics, risk, and responsible practice
Assessment: coursework, exam, or applied project

Admission Requirements

A-levels BBB (or equivalent) in relevant subjects, or an Access to HE Diploma with Merit profile

International Baccalaureate 28 points, or high school diploma with GPA 3.0/4.0 minimum

Personal statement (400–600 words) explaining your academic interests and career goals

One academic reference from a teacher, tutor, or school counsellor

English proficiency: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 46, or equivalent (waived for prior English-medium study)

Optional: portfolio or interview for creative and professional programmes

Recognised & Accredited