BA (Hons.) Education

The Education BA (Hons) course at Brighton University offers an in-depth understanding of the education sector and enables students to explore the cultural, social, and economic factors impacting education. This full-time, 3-year undergraduate course is perfect for those who want to make a difference in education and wish to work in roles that demand strong analytical skills, creativity, and critical thinking.Course Content: The course is built around three key areas: understanding education, research methods in education, and applying understanding to practice. From analyzing the challenges in the education system to understanding how to improve it, the course covers a comprehensive range of topics. It also offers students the opportunity to undertake a work placement to put their theoretical knowledge into practice.Key Modules: The course is divided into modules covering different aspects of education. In the first year, students explore aspects of Childhood Studies and Education Studies. In the second year, students get to choose their modules from a variety such as Children's Literature, Creativity, Arts, Play, and Learning, etc. The third-year involves a compulsory dissertation and students can choose from a range of optional modules like Disability Studies in Education, International Education, etc.Future Careers: Upon completion of the Education BA (Hons), students are prepared for a variety of roles within the education sector including teacher training, youth work, educational administration etc. The course also well positions graduates for roles in the charity sector, counselling, public service, social work and more, with a strong foundation in education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.