A degree in Education Studies will help you to understand the key issues, policies and debates that are in education today. You will gain an insight into how education systems develop and how children and adults learn. The course is a strong foundation for a variety of careers. You will examine the ways in which knowledge, skills and attitudes are passed on and developed in children and adults in a variety of settings. You will see how external factors such as values, beliefs, culture and the environment can affect learning. Using the disciplines of psychology, sociology, philosophy and history, you will explore contemporary issues in education, curriculum studies, comparative and international education, and education policy. The programme can also be studied as a Joint Honours degree allowing you to study two subjects of interest at the same time. **By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:** - You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more. - Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop* to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits). - Based on the evidence available, the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Panel judged that the University of Northampton delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK. - Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically. - We invest more money into your education than 90% of Universities in the UK** - Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. **The Northampton Employment Promise** - In fact, we’re so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study. ✱ eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information ✱✱ source: Guardian University League Table 2020

**Stage 1** • Introduction to Education Studies Part A (Compulsory) • Introduction to Education Studies Part B (Compulsory) • Education in a Global Context (Compulsory) • Development, Health and Learning (Compulsory) • Development, Health and Learning: Working together (Compulsory) • Supporting Learners in Education Settings (Compulsory) • Education Exclusion and Inclusion (Compulsory) • School: Past, Present and Future (Compulsory) **Stage 2** • Young People and Society Part 1 (SEN and Inclusion) (Compulsory) • Young People and Society Part 2 (Diversity and Pluralism) (Designated) • Research Methods (Childhood and Youth and Education) (Compulsory) • Debates in Education (Designated) • Learning Through Educational Visits and Exchanges (Designated) • Education and Heritage (Designated) • The Psychology of Learning and Teaching in Educational Settings (Designated) • History of Childhood (Designated) • Transitions for Children, Young People and Families (Compulsory) **Stage 3** • Education Studies Dissertation (Designated) • Education Studies Research Report (Designated) • Education, Culture and Society (Designated) • Issues of Equality in Educational Settings (Designated) • Critical Perspectives on Current Education Practices (Designated) • Empowering Approaches in Working with Children and Young People (Designated) • Exploring Deviance and Disaffection (Designated) • Child and Adolescent Mental Health (Designated) • Educational Aims Values and Ethics (Designated) Module information is quoted for 21/22 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.

There are no exams for Education Studies. Instead, assessments take the form of essays, portfolios, presentations, analysis and reflection.

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26 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.

Course code: X300

Institution code: N38

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 (or C) and GCSE English Language at grade 4 (or C) or equivalent qualifications are required. Please note Key Skills or Functional Skills qualifications and their equivalents are not accepted.

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1

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