The Education degree at Aberystwyth University enables you to explore the development of children and adolescents, covering issues which are central to an understanding of educational systems. Our course aims to excite and stimulate you through the study of curriculum design and educational policy, with further insight into the disciplines of sociology, psychology and linguistics. A particular focus includes supporting learners throughout the education system.

The study of education involves aspects of psychology, sociology, politics and history. It delves into how people learn, how their surroundings influence their learning, how decision-making happens and how our understanding of learning and teaching has developed over the years. Observational placements available during the degree will also help you to see the theory in practice and a particular focus includes supporting learners throughout the education system.

An Education degree is an ideal basis for work in industry, policy or the charitable sector, or for entry to Primary PGCE teacher education programmes. Degrees with other subjects may qualify you for Secondary PGCE courses.

### Course Overview

In order to undertake some of the modules for this degree, it may be necessary for you to obtain a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check through the School of Education at a cost of about £40. In some circumstances, especially if you’ve lived outside of the UK for a period of time, the cost may be higher.

Why study in the School of Education at Aberystwyth University?

* The School of Education has been offering stimulating and innovative study programmes for over 100 years.

* Research-led teaching informs our syllabus, which means that you will benefit from the very latest information and developments in the subject, enabling you to critically engage with the key issues.

* You will have an opportunity to develop an understanding of the complex body of knowledge associated with Education.

* We will empower you to critically reflect on and manage your own learning and performance.

* We will provide you with an opportunity to acquire employability skills and personal attributes and values that are necessary for employment, training or further education.

##### Our Staff

Undergraduate lecturers in the School of Education are either qualified to PhD standard or are experienced practitioners in their field. All teaching staff currently possess, or are working towards, a recognised teaching qualification.

### Modules September start - 2027

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Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.

#### Core

Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value

Children's Development and Learning * | ED14520 | 20

#### Options

Education, Sustainability and Ethical Citizenship | ED10320 | 20

Health and Wellbeing in the Early Years | ED14620 | 20

Language Development in the Early Years | ED14320 | 20

Play Matters: Understanding and Supporting Learning and Play | ED13720 | 20

Professional Practice | ED10020 | 20

Educational Blueprints: Insights into Curriculum and Assessment * | ED20020 | 20

Research Methods | ED20320 | 20

Safeguarding and Professional Practice | ED24320 | 20

Discourses of Education and Childhood | ED22420 | 20

Leadership | ED20720 | 20

Literacy in Young Children | ED20220 | 20

Major dissertation | ED33640 | 40

Children's Rights | ED30620 | 20

Emotional and Social Development | ED34820 | 20

Mathematical Development in the Early Years | ED30320 | 20

Special Educational Needs | ED30420 | 20

* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh

### Careers

Employability is at the core of this degree. The School of Education has a well-established connection with the University Careers Service, where a dedicated adviser with experience in the educational field can provide advice from the beginning of your first year. On graduation you will be able to apply for a PGCE in Primary Education. An Education degree with other subjects may qualify you for Secondary PGCE courses.

Other graduates from the School of Education have explored careers in:

* social care

* nursing

* speech therapy

* social work

* child welfare

* play therapy

* the leisure industry

* child law

* childhood research.

What work experience opportunities are available to me while I study?

Find out about the various opportunities that our Careers Service offers. Enhance your employability prospects with our Year in Employment Scheme .

### Teaching & Learning

What will I learn?

The breakdown below will provide you with an illustration of what you may study during the three-year degree scheme.

In your first year you may discover:

* the theory and principles surrounding the learner and the learning environment

* the technology and tools that are used within teaching and learning

* effective classroom practices and teaching skills

* inclusive learning practices

* teaching numeracy and literacy.

In your second year you may explore:

* the importance of safeguarding and professional practice

* how to support learners with complex needs

* the policies and perspectives of learning differences and inclusion.

In your final year you may study:

* the role of assessment in education

* teaching methods

* a research project focusing on an area of interest and leading to a dissertation

* children’s rights

* supporting learners with special educational needs.

How will I be taught?

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials.

Assessment

You will be assessed through exams, course work and presentations.

### Typical Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff 120 - 96

A Levels BBB-CCC

GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):

English or Welsh

BTEC National Diploma:

International Baccalaureate:

European Baccalaureate:

75%-65% overall

English Language Requirements:

See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.

Country Specific Entry Requirements:

International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.

The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.

Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (ug-admissions@aber.ac.uk) for advice and guidance.

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