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Education
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 14/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
Course summary
Education is humanity’s superpower. It is through Education that we can create the societies of tomorrow, and citizens and communities that can flourish.
At Southampton, which is ranked 5th in the UK for Education, you’ll learn how theory and research informs practice and policy in education.
As part of the Russell Group, our rigorous scientific research feeds directly into your modules. Topics include Special Educational Needs (SEN), Social Justice and Inclusive Education, Curriculum Design, Educational systems Across the World and Contemporary Debates in Education.
For those wanting to go into teaching, BSc Education graduates get a guaranteed interview for our PGCE programmes, rated by OFSTED as “Outstanding”, as part of our 3+1 route into teaching.
Key feature of this course:
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Tailor your degree with a range of optional modules
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Access our Institute for Equity and Effectiveness in Education (IE3), one of the country’s leading institutes for education research
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Learn from and connect with leading education researchers across disciplines
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Connect with education societies
Student Support
Your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will be there to help guide you throughout your time at Southampton. Offering career advice and guidance, as well as signposting to pastoral services if needed. The School of Education works hard to foster a “family feel”. You will mix within year groups, attend Education School welcome events in the first week to help you settle, and work closely with lecturers who care deeply about your progress.
Further information
Our BSc Education course is a three-year, full-time degree taught at Southampton’s Highfield Campus. You can find further information on our course page.
Modules
On our Education course you will learn how theory and research informs practice and policy in education
Some of the modules you may study include Digital Society: Education and Learning; Curriculum Design; and Cognitive Psychology in Education
For further module information visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/education-degree-bsc#modules
Assessment method
We’ll assess you using:
-lectures
-classes and tutorials
-coursework
-individual and group projects
-independent learning (studying on your own)
Your assessment breakdown, year by year:
Year 1
Practical exam - 6%
Coursework - 94%
Year 2
Practical exam - 19%
Coursework - 81%
Year 3
Written exam - 6%
Practical exam - 6%
Coursework - 88%
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 14/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X300
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Southampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X300
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Typical offer: ABB
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: BBB to include grade A in the EPQ.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
DDM in the BTEC National Extended Diploma
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Typical offer: 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit
Scottish Higher
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4"
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus B from one A-level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB from two A levels
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDM
DDM in the BTEC Extended Diploma
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - DD
DD in the BTEC Diploma plus B grade from one A-level
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - D
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB from two A levels
Scottish Advanced Higher
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - B
ABB from three A levels or AB from two A levels and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.
Extended Project - A
The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. Applicants taking the EPQ in addition to three A levels, may also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on an A grade in the EPQ. For more information on the University of Southampton’s EPQ Admissions Policy, please see our EPQ Admissions Policy webpage.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M2
Typical offer: D3, M2, M2
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
We welcome applicants with other qualifications eg. European Baccalaureate. You will be expected to attain an equivalent standard to the A level applicant.
For more details on the suitability of your qualifications or foundation programme please contact the Admissions Team at AdmissionsUG.SS@soton.ac.uk
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no component below 6.0 |
All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency.
Find out more about the University’s English Language requirements https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We encourage all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, to apply to study with us. Applicants who qualify for contextual admissions will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £24800 | Year 1 |
| International | £24800 | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
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Course contact details
Undergraduate Admissions - Faculty of Social Sciences
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Phone:023 8059 4732
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