BA (Hons) Education Studies (Top-Up)
University of Derby
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Kedleston Road Campus

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The course is designed for foundation students who wish to top-up to a full BA (Hons) degree on a full time or part time basis. Gain a broad understanding of education from early years to lifelong learning before pursuing a career in teaching or education more widely. You will benefit from a strong focus on social equality, international learning opportunities and the chance to take a specialist pathway.Education at Derby is ranked Top 30 in The Guardian University Guide 2022Education at Derby ...Read more

The course is designed for foundation students who wish to top-up to a full BA (Hons) degree on a full time or part time basis. Gain a broad understanding of education from early years to lifelong learning before pursuing a career in teaching or education more widely. You will benefit from a strong focus on social equality, international learning opportunities and the chance to take a specialist pathway.Education at Derby is ranked Top 30 in The Guardian University Guide 2022Education at Derby is ranked Top 15 for overall satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2022Consider different aspects of education in a range of settings, within and outside schoolIf you complete this course and meet the entry requirements for our PGCE Primary, we will guarantee you an interview - more details below.

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WUSCA ranking:
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30/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
43rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
95th
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16 Dec 24

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Ella
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£9,250 per year

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£14,900 per year

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£14,900 per year

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16 Dec 24
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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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