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Education Studies (Top up) Distance Learning - BA (Hons)

University of Cumbria

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    London - Tower Hamlets

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 16,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Cumbria

University of Cumbria

  • University League Table

    117th

  • Campus address

    Carlisle - Fusehill Street, Fusehill Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2HH, United Kingdom

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The advantages of a large university combined with hands-on learning in small groups, so tutors get to know students as individuals.
Teaching is led by lecturers with real-world experience, industry links and involvement in the latest research.
The only UK university located in a UNESCO World Heritage Site (the Lake District National Park), Cumbria's campuses are close to countryside, city and coast.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    78th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    119 52%

    61st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    47th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.89 72%

    87th

    1

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