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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: X300
Education Studies
Birmingham City UniversityBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£18,570Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in education and teaching with the BA (Hons) Education Studies at Birmingham City University. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Education is central to the development of our society, and to study education is to study the way that society develops. Our BA (Hons) Education Studies course covers theoretical and practical aspects of education across the lifespan (from birth to lifelong learning), and from a variety of perspectives. Throughout the course, you will critically reflect on the aims, values, principles, and policies of the UK education system, as well as educational systems around the world. International tuition fees are £18,570 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Educational Theory and Practice
Psychology of Learning and Development
Sociology of Education and Social Inequality
Education Policy and Governance in the UK
Global Perspectives on Education Systems
Technology
Innovation and Digital Learning
Philosophy of Education and Ethics
Education
Inclusion and Special Needs
UCAS Code:X300
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC 96 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades CCC (or equivalent). |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points Obtain a minimum of 24 points overall. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,570
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£55,710
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham City University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £24,000 | £26,500 |
| 3 years | £15,500 | £20,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £17,500 | £23,500 | £28,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 23% below UK average salary
This course
£20,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH22-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
88%Learning opportunities
90%Assessment and feedback
90%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
87%Student voice
88%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University offers Education Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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