University of Cumbria
Education Studies (Top up) BA (Hons)
University of Cumbria

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Education Studies (Top up) BA (Hons) and other courses in Ecology and Environmental Biology at University of Cumbria for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Ecology and Environmental Biology.

Overall student satisfaction
48 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in agriculture, food and related studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Ecology and Environmental Biology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £18000 £21000
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £27000 £12500 - £22500 £16000 - £27500


Salary of all UK Graduates of agriculture, food and related studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21340 £17931 £21071
25-75 percentile range £18587 - £24328 £14092 - £22254 £16567 - £26646

Course Description

If you’ve completed a Foundation Degree or similar in Education, Childhood Studies or Teaching and Learning Support – why not top up your qualification to a BA in Education Studies?

On this BA (Hons) Education Studies (Top-Up) programme you can study the subjects associated with education in society. You'll gain a national and international perspective of education and consider elements such as social justice, policy, current issues in education.

Course overview

During this one-year course, experience a practical placement that provides you with hands-on experience. You can take this placement with an institution or organisation you already know or a new one, the sourcing of which we can support you with. If you are already working in an education setting, you can even use your employment as your placement. Our industry-experienced tutors support and provide you with a solid academic grounding to complement your practical experience. You’ll study subjects associated with education, teaching and learning, gaining a national and international perspective of education. Discover the world of social justice, policy and current affairs in the context of education.

On this course you will...

  • Complete work-based placements, enhancing your academic knowledge and boosting your employability.
  • Develop a critical understanding of educational environments and approaches in relation to social justice, social policy and educational diversity.
  • Benefit from an intimate learning environment, including a personal tutor and small class groups.
  • Complete research enquiries on educational issues and in educational settings, developing analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Learn flexibly, studying the areas of education that are of interest to you.

What you will learn

This programme will develop useful skills for a future working in a range of education settings, including roles such as a learning mentor, teaching assistant, family support worker or museum education officer. Alternatively, if you want to become a Primary School teacher, you can top up your qualifications with a one-year PGCE course to gain Qualified Teacher Status, subject to application.

This course is a one-year Top-Up. As such, the following modules are taken over the academic year of study.

Year One

  • Professional Studies and Work-based Contexts 3
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Educational Leadership and Management
  • Current Issues and International Perspectives
  • Education and the Media
  • Special Study

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Education Studies (Top up) BA (Hons) at University of Cumbria

15% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
15% Engineering professionals
15% Artistic, literary and media occupations
10% Administrative occupations
10% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Information Technology Professionals
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Elementary occupations

Modes of assessment will be closely aligned with the programme modules and will encourage the development of breadth and depth of intellectual and practical skills. Methods will include essays; Group presentations supplemented by individually-produced supporting papers **Individual presentations** **Portfolios** Students will also be required to undertake a Special Study at level 6.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Ecology and Environmental Biology

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Education Studies (Top up), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Education Studies (Top up) BA (Hons)

EU £13250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
International £13250 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Cumbria in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Cumbria in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #74 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #62 
    • #78 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

See all 6 university rankings of University of Cumbria

About University of Cumbria

The University of Cumbria is an institution whose stated aims are to develop the region’s talent and capabilities, and also to attract new talent into the region. The university operates out of 7 distinct campuses, two of which are situated within World Heritage sites and is the only university in the UK to be set in a national park. Each distinct campus has something unique to offer prospective students.

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Student composition of University of Cumbria

undergraduates:
5445
postgraduates:
1135
Total:
6580
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Where is this programme taught

London - Tower Hamlets
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