Education Studies (Top up) Distance Learning - BA (Hons)
University of Cumbria
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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London - Tower Hamlets

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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London - Tower Hamlets

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If you’ve completed a Foundation Degree or similar in Education, Childhood Studies or Teaching and Learning Support – why not top up your qualification to a BA in Education Studies?On this BA (Hons) Education Studies (Top-Up) programme you can study the subjects associated with education in society. Youll gain a national and international perspective of education and consider elements such as social justice, policy, current issues in education.**Course overview**During this one-year course, ...Read more

If you’ve completed a Foundation Degree or similar in Education, Childhood Studies or Teaching and Learning Support – why not top up your qualification to a BA in Education Studies?On this BA (Hons) Education Studies (Top-Up) programme you can study the subjects associated with education in society. You'll gain a national and international perspective of education and consider elements such as social justice, policy, current issues in education.


Course overview

During this one-year course, experience a practical placement that provides you with hands-on experience. You can take this placement with an institution or organisation you already know or a new one, the sourcing of which we can support you with. If you are already working in an education setting, you can even use your employment as your placement. Our industry-experienced tutors support and provide you with a solid academic grounding to complement your practical experience. You’ll study subjects associated with education, teaching and learning, gaining a national and international perspective of education. Discover the world of social justice, policy and current affairs in the context of education.


On this course you will...

- Complete work-based placements, enhancing your academic knowledge and boosting your employability.- Develop a critical understanding of educational environments and approaches in relation to social justice, social policy and educational diversity.- Benefit from an intimate learning environment, including a personal tutor and small class groups.- Complete research enquiries on educational issues and in educational settings, developing analytical and critical thinking skills.- Learn flexibly, studying the areas of education that are of interest to you.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
117th
What students say
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Michael
09 Mar 25

A great programme hosted by fantastic and committed tutors. I couldn’t thank the team and the wider university enough...Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
18 Mar 22

The staff/lecturers are very helpful and knowledgeable. The campus itself is nice and clean with a variety of facilities on offer. It could possibly be better..Read more

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£9,790 per year

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Students from England

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£9,790 per year

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£16,000 per year

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Michael
09 Mar 25
A great programme hosted by fantastic and committed tutors. I couldn’t thank the team and the wider university enough....
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SR
Student Reviewer
18 Mar 22
Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS - BA (Hons)
The staff/lecturers are very helpful and knowledgeable. The campus itself is nice and clean with a variety of facilities on offer. It could possibly be better...
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Foundation Court 58 East India Dock Road London Tower Hamlets E14 6JE United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: West India Quay  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Limehouse  0.4 miles away
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