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Education at UEA
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Find out moreBA (Hons) Education, Learning and Teaching
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Arts
- UCAS Course Code
- X000
- Typical Offer
- BBB
- Contextual Offer
- BCC
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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90%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcome Survey 202093%
Of students were positive about the support provided by teaching staff
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024-25Course Overview
Why BA Education, Learning and Teaching at UEA?
Study education from perspectives including sociology, psychology, philosophy and the arts to understand how people learn in different contexts. Gain practical experience through placements with schools, museums, charities, theatres, sports clubs or community organisations.
Why choose UEA
- Real-world learning: Explore teaching and learning practices across schools, community settings, and cultural organisations
- Dynamic placements: Gain hands-on experience with schools, charities, and cultural partners
- Excellent prospects: Joint #1 in the East of England for graduate prospects in Education (Complete University Guide 2026)
What is BA Education, Learning and Teaching?
BA Education, Learning and Teaching explores how people learn, how teaching works and how education shapes individuals and communities.
You’ll study learning and teaching across formal and informal settings, including classrooms, museums, sports clubs, charities and communities.
The course combines theory, research, and practical experience to build critical, reflective and professional skills for education careers. Core modules explore learning theory, teaching approaches, inclusion, curriculum design, education policy and educational psychology.
You’ll gain practical experience through placements partnerships with schools, charities, and community organisations across Norfolk.
Our teaching draws on active research, helping you develop the skills and confidence to conduct your own educational research.
You’ll graduate prepared for careers in education, community learning, and further postgraduate study.
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Careers
Career Pathways
With a BA Education, Learning, and Teaching degree, you could launch a career in:
- Teaching: Progress to a PGCE or teaching pathway in primary schools or other formal and non-formal learning environments
- Learning support or teaching assistant roles: Support teaching and learning in schools, alternative provision, or community education settings
- Educational researcher: Contribute to research in a range of settings on learning, teaching practice, curriculum design, or educational policy
- Youth and community education roles: Design and deliver learning programmes in charities, youth organisations, and community projects
- Cultural and informal education roles: Develop educational activities in museums, theatres, sports clubs, and cultural organisations
Career Support
Career development runs throughout the course through modules, placements, and applied learning activities. You’ll build professional skills, confidence, and experience through partnerships with schools, charities, and community organisations. These real-world links bring practical learning and professional insight into your studies.
Our academic staff offer research-informed guidance and mentoring to support your career planning and postgraduate study.
You’ll also benefit from expert guidance through Career Central, UEA’s dedicated careers service, offering personalised advice, skills development, and career support to help you stand out in a competitive job market.
After the Course
Our graduates progress into teaching through a PGCE or direct roles in schools using connections built during the course. Many move into research, policy, or youth work across education, charities, and community organisations. Others build careers in cultural education, arts engagement, or leadership roles in museums, theatres, and community projects. You’ll also be well prepared for postgraduate study, supported by academic guidance and research skills developed throughout the course.
Study and Modules
Structure
You’ll begin your degree by establishing a solid foundation in the major theories, concepts, and issues in education. You’ll explore education in the context of psychology, sociology, history, and philosophy, and discover how such contexts help us to understand education in society today. You’ll also link these key concepts and issues to real-life examples, thinking about education around the world and how technology is changing education today. We’ll also equip you with the skills needed to study effectively and introduce key study techniques such as reflection and academic writing.
We deliver a common suite of year one modules for our BA Education courses, which means you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to one of the following courses after year one:
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
During your second year, you’ll focus on educational psychology, the role of the teacher in education, and research methods in educational research. You’ll learn the skills required to undertake empirical research and gain practical knowledge of education.
You'll also be able to tailor your learning to your interests. You’ll have access to a range of modules that focus on topics such as childhood and youth studies, special educational needs, outdoor learning, language, and other broad understandings of education.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In your final year, you’ll study motivation in learning and teaching, linking theory and practice for future education careers.
You’ll complete a research dissertation on a topic you choose, guided by an experienced lecturer.
You can tailor your learning through optional topics such as media representation, mathematics learning, childhood narratives, and modern education debates. These choices help you build skills for future pathways beyond your degree.
You may then choose to progress into research through Master’s or PhD study, or move into education through PGCE pathways. Our team will support you as you explore postgraduate study and a wide range of career opportunities.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 40)Optional C Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
Teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical activities that build knowledge, skills, and professional confidence. Our teaching is research-informed and shaped by experienced researchers, scholars, and practitioners. Group work, reflection, and discussion run throughout the course to build critical thinking and professional skills. You’ll experience education across different settings through placements, projects, and community-based learning.
In year one, you’ll learn key ideas in education, global education, and digital technology, alongside core academic skills.
In year two, you’ll study specialist modules on teaching roles and educational psychology.
You’ll apply theory through placements and develop research skills through practical and project-based learning.
Your final year focuses on advanced topics and independent study. You’ll study motivation in teaching and complete a dissertation on a topic linked to education or teaching careers.
Assessment
Assessment includes essays, presentations, projects, portfolios, and placement evaluations to measure your knowledge, skills, and professional development.
Research-led assignments help you develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to apply theory to practice. You’ll complete a final-year dissertation to build independent research skills and reflect on learning from placements. Regular feedback supports your progress, reflective practice, and preparation for postgraduate study or future careers.
In year one, you’ll complete essays, presentations, and short projects that build core knowledge and academic skills.
In year two, assessment includes essays, reports, projects, and placement reflections that develop applied learning and research skills.
In your final year, assessment includes a dissertation, advanced projects, and professional portfolios. These demonstrate your independent research, critical analysis, and ability to apply theory in practice.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Contextual Offers
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
BBB
Contextual offer: BCC
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM
Contextual offer: DMM
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3
Contextual Offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
T levels
Obtain an overall Merit.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
31 points overall
Irish Leaving Certificate
2 subjects at H2, 4 subjects at H3
Scottish Highers
AABBB
Scottish Advanced Highers
CCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma
Grade B or above in the following subjects:
- Children's Care, Learning and Development
- Children's and Young People's Workforce
- Health and Social Care (including Technical Level)
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
A levels
BBB
International Baccalaureate
31 points overall
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window) offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
- IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
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UK Students: £10,050
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International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees(opens in a new window) for details of course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: