Education Studies (Top-Up)
- BA (Hons)
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Awarded by:
- University of Derby
Course summary
The Education Studies BA (Hons) Top-up Level 6 is awarded by the University of Derby and is designed to provide an excellent progression route and develop the knowledge you've already gained on your HND or Foundation Degree in learning support/education or early childhood, with a further stage of study which results in a full honours degree.
Learn the essential skills and best practices for working within the education sector, including early years, schools, and further education. Grasp the opportunity to engage in an independent project based around your individual vocational situation or educational interest.
As a University of Derby partner student, you will have access to the university’s virtual learning environment, including University of Derby Online (UDO) and online journals and texts, as well as library facilities.
Modules
Independent Study in Education
Entrepreneurial Education
Left Behind and Left Out - Social Exclusion and Education
The Future of Education
The Science of Learning and the Art of Teaching
It is also recommended that you undertake a study placement, if you are not employed or volunteering in an appropriate education setting. You will need to make you own arrangement securing a placement and undertaking the relevant procedures that are required by the organisation. This would include a DBS check, which you might be required to pay for.
Assessment method
You will be assessed via coursework, such as essays, case studies and independent study. There is no final examination.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- 3602
- Institution code:
- B01
- Campus name:
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
In order to study the Education Studies BA (Hons) Top-up Level 6, you will need to have successfully completed 240 credits at Level 4 and 5 in a relevant subject (this may be from a HTQ/HND, Foundation Degree, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification); and GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 and/or minimum IELTS score of 6
Please note that other Level 5 qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
All applications are subject to approval by the University of Derby (UoD). In order for the University to approve your application we are required to share your personal information. This includes sharing the application form that you have completed to study this course, and in some instances, copies of your maths, English and highest-level qualification certificate.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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