BA (Hons) Education & Social Policy

The Education and Social Policy course offered by the University of Strathclyde provides a comprehensive understanding of the contemporary education system and social policies. The course encourages students to critically engage with issues such as children's rights, social justice, and the societal impact of educational inequalities. Course Content: The program comprises of three main content areas namely Education, Policy and Practice, Working with Children and Young Adults, and Influencing Policy. It offers a choice of elective classes that allow students to personalise their study program according to their career aspirations. The practical experience acquired through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, group work, and self-directed learning, equips students with the knowledge and skills to contribute to educational and social policy in a meaningful way.Key Modules: The key modules studied in this course include Influences on Learning in Primary Schools, The Evolution of Education, The University Community, Policy and Politics of the UK, and Politics of the Welfare State among others. Future Careers: Graduates of this course can move into a variety of career paths including teaching, social work, community education, or roles in governmental and non-governmental organisations. Further academic study such as Master's and doctoral studies is also a pathway that many graduates choose to follow. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.