Primary Education Studies

Make a difference in a diverse, ever-changing world through the power of education.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to inspire young minds, this is where your journey begins.

Our Primary Education Studies degree explores how children learn, grow and make sense of the world - and how you can help shape that journey. This course gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make your mark in the world of education.

Dive into the big ideas behind how education shapes both lives and societies. From the history and philosophy of education to curriculum design, child psychology and global approaches to learning, you’ll build a deep understanding of what makes education meaningful.

Learn how inclusion, diversity, and social justice play a vital role in today’s classrooms and communities particularly in vibrant, multicultural areas like London and Kent.

Our teaching is hands-on and thought-provoking. You won’t just attend lectures you’ll take part in debates, creative projects, group discussions and real-world challenges where you’ll build critical thinking skills and learn to act with empathy.

Over three years, you’ll cultivate a critical eye, an empathetic mindset, and a deep understanding of how education can transform lives. By graduation, you’ll be ready to step into your future - as a future teacher, a children’s advocate, or a changemaker in education.

What you should know about this course:

• Study at our Avery Hill campus in southeast London surrounded by beautiful parkland.

• Develop skills through a range of modules, from the philosophy of education and learning beyond the traditional classroom to the impact of socio-economic and cultural influences.

• Benefit from the experience of academic staff who bring their expertise in education theory, diverse learning environments and extensive networks across primary settings.

• Students will complete 15 days of work experience in a main stream primary school settings.

• Assessments go beyond essays - through portfolios, presentations, and projects, designed to prepare you for life after university.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.