Overview

This course is ideal for those already employed in an appropriate educational setting and wish to study while working. BA Education (Top Up) is a one-day-a-week taught course for professionals already working in settings where they can engage in study during their working week. As well as the day at LSBU, students are expected to reflect on their academic studies by relating them to their day to day experiences in the workplace. This work-based route allows students to develop transferable work-based analytical and research skills, gain academic recognition for existing skills and improve professional effectiveness.

This programme supports you in developing your professional approach in their workplace. It gives you the opportunity to link theory and practice, to critically analyse different approaches and to develop the necessary skills to be a reflective and innovative practitioner. It also widens participation to include career changers and mature students with family commitments.

Teaching and learning

This degree is all about deepening your understanding of how people learn. You’ll explore the cultural and historical aspects of the education system in the UK and beyond. The course is delivered by an academic team with vast experience and expertise in teaching practice and education research – with a guaranteed interview for teacher training and strong employment opportunities waiting for you when you graduate.

This is a one-day-a-week taught course, ideal for those already employed in an appropriate educational setting and who wish to study while working. This work-based programme will give you the opportunity to develop your abilities in the context of your current employment. Assessment is through a range of assignments, including making interactive displays, essays, reflective journals, and a research dissertation.

As you are starting at Level 6, which is the final year of a degree, your dissertation supervisor will also be your personal tutor and will arrange to meet with you as required. You can contact your tutor/supervisor for additional support by email or phone.