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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Highfield Campus
Full Time
Sep 2026
3 Year
Education is humanity’s superpower. It is through Education that we can create the societies of tomorrow, and citizens and communities that can flourish. At Southampton, which is ranked 5th in the UK for Education, you’ll learn how theory and research informs practice and policy in education. As part of the Russell Group, our rigorous scientific research feeds directly into your modules. Topics include Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social Justice and Inclusive Education, Curriculum Design, Educational systems Across the World and Contemporary Debates in Education. For those wanting to go into teaching, BSc Education graduates get a guaranteed interview for our PGCE programmes, rated by OFSTED as "Outstanding", as part of our 3+1 route into teaching.
Key feature of this course:- Tailor your degree with a range of optional modules - Access our Institute for Equity and Effectiveness in Education (IE3), one of the country’s leading institutes for education research - Learn from and connect with leading education researchers across disciplines - Connect with education societies
Student SupportYour Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will be there to help guide you throughout your time at Southampton. Offering career advice and guidance, as well as signposting to pastoral services if needed. The School of Education works hard to foster a "family feel". You will mix within year groups, attend Education School welcome events in the first week to help you settle, and work closely with lecturers who care deeply about your progress.
Further informationOur BSc Education course is a three-year, full-time degree taught at Southampton’s Highfield Campus. You can find further information on our course page.