BA (Hons) Education

The BA (Hons) Education degree at the University of the West of Scotland is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in education but who wish to explore other potential pathways within this varied field. The course provides a broad understanding of education as a social and political construct and focuses on key aspects of education including, childhood development, inclusive practices, curriculum models and education policy.Course Content: The BA (Hons) Education degree aims to provide a fundamental understanding of teaching and learning processes, the development of children and young people, effective teaching strategies and the policy and practice of inclusion. Students also delve into broader sociological and philosophical aspects that have shaped current educational systems, practices and thinking.Key Modules: The course covers a range of modules including Education and Society, Personal Development and Professional Practice, Childhood: Growth and Development, Curriculum: Theory and Practice, Inclusive Education: Principles and Practice, and Research Methods in Education amongst others.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can pursue a range of careers in areas such as educational administration, educational publishing, non-profit educational organizations, local authorities, learning and development roles in business and industry, and in complementary roles within social work, healthcare and community development. Some graduates choose to pursue postgraduate studies qualifying as teachers, social workers, or other education-related professionals.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.