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Education Studies and Sociology - BA (Hons)

University of Worcester

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University of Worcester
UCAS CODE: XL33

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    St John's Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Overview

Combining Education Studies and Sociology allows you to engage with urgent and key issues facing contemporary society, with a particular focus on matters of social division, inequality, and identity in the context of education. You’ll examine contemporary sociological perspectives and research, acquiring knowledge that will enhance your understanding of education in the 21st century.The joint honours course encourages the pursuit of independent thought and ideas alongside discussion and collaborative working, allowing you to learn from your peers as well as specialist staff. Students graduate with skills applicable to educational and sociological fields, and also the wider job market.


Key features

- Excellent support from your tutors to help you develop your subject knowledge and study skills- Very strong links with teacher training courses and providers of employment in other sectors of education - Opportunities to gain credit for work experience and/or mentoring in educational settings- Opportunities to acquire research, communication and other skills that are highly valued by employers and to develop your capacity for analysis and critical thinking


Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.-


University of the Year finalist

in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025.-


First in the UK for sustained employment

, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025.-


First in the UK for quality education

– Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025.Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

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Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,200per year

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University information

University of Worcester

University of Worcester

  • University League Table

    80th

  • Campus address

    St John's Campus, Henwick Grove, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6AJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    64th out of 91 1

    53rd out of 103 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    114 54%

    56th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    41st

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    64th

    25

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    99 49%

    79th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    19th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    12th

    3

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