Education (with placement) BA (Hons)

University of Gloucestershire

Why Education (with placement)?

Our Education degree will give you the knowledge and skills to become a creative and analytical educator, using education to improve people’s lives. Sustainability and social justice are central themes of the course and you’ll explore the role of education in global issues such as climate change, inequality and disability. With opportunities to gain valuable experience and contacts on placements in settings such as schools, museums, animal shelters and charities, our graduates stand out from the competition.

Drawing on the expertise of experienced lecturers, you’ll develop your own personal philosophy and career path, whether in teaching or another education-related profession. Optional modules allow you to tailor your study to your own interests and ambitions, for example you could take modules from a course such as History to work within museums, or from Early Childhood Studies to go into early years work. There are also opportunities to improve your employment prospects even further, by undertaking continuing professional development activities and achieving additional qualifications, in areas such as first aid and the Makaton language system.

Why University of Gloucestershire?

At University of Gloucestershire, we’ve been encouraging students to meet every ambition since 1847. Join us and you’ll benefit from our three UoG promises:

1. UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching (eligibility conditions apply). 2. UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at. 3. UoG Connections Promise – whilst at UoG, you’ll find the connections to reach your goals. With over 4,000 placements and more than 60 clubs and societies to join, you’ll make connections for life. Our ambition is boundless. Experienced lecturers promote a real-world ethos and treat our students as more than just a number. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study. Students never tire of finding inspiration here in the unique county of Gloucestershire – innovation and bravery thrive here. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer the best of city and country living, with the rolling hills of the Cotswolds paired with vibrant nightclubs and stunning parks in the bustling town and city centres.

After the course

Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 96% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course. Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2023 and based on 2020/21 leavers.

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