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Education at UEA
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Find out moreBA (Hons) Education Studies (Final Year Entry)
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Arts
- UCAS Course Code
- X30C
- Entry Requirements
- 3 Year Junior Diploma (Zhuanke) from China at 75% in a relevant subject
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2026
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Why you should choose us
Course Overview
Education is one of the most exciting and impactful fields of study, influencing every stage of life, from childhood to old age. It plays a crucial role in shaping individuals and societies and holds the potential to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
On UEA’s Education Final Year Entry course, you’ll be taught by leading experts and practitioners across a range of disciplines. You’ll work with experts in sociology, psychology, early childhood, philosophy, politics, media studies and other fields. Our team will spark your curiosity and guide you in exploring what education means to you.
A suite of existing modules has been selected for this final year entry course to give a broad overview of education as an academic subject and showcase possible pathways for further study or educational careers. Beyond these, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your studies to suit your interests and career aspirations. You’ll explore the human brain, media as a source of knowledge, nature and outdoor learning, motivational teaching and so much more.
Studying on our vibrant campus in the heart of Norwich, you'll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities and take advantage of our strong connections to the local community. You’ll hear from local practitioners, gaining valuable real-world insights as they apply theory in practice. You can also explore the stunning Norfolk coast and fens and take inspiration from renowned museums and galleries like the Sainsbury Centre.
You’ll be supported in pursuing a wide range of career pathways through our strong links to postgraduate pathways, including PGCEs, as well as opportunities in educational research, educational policy, the charity sector or youth work. Education opens doors to countless possibilities, and our dedicated team will work closely with you to help unlock your next steps.
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Study and Modules
Structure
During your one-year course, you’ll be introduced to a range of approaches to education, studying topics such as the cultural and political nature of childhood, motivation and educational psychology, and the relationship between media and cultural knowledge. You’ll work with a range of educational, sociological, and psychological theories, concepts, and issues to explore education inside and outside traditional settings.
You’ll also have your choice of an additional Level 5 module, which may include modules on early childhood development, educational psychology, or environmental education and outdoor learning. This allows you to shape the degree around your interests and lay the foundations for further study at postgraduate level, or a career in education.
You’ll also complete a capstone project under the supervision of a lecturer on a topic of your choosing. You’ll learn about educational research methods, and work towards a project that demonstrates your ability to apply advanced critical thinking, theory, research literacy to a problem, theme, or issue relevant to your future professional practice. You’ll build towards this project through a critical analysis of existing data, policy, or practices built around your chosen topic.
The opportunities and modules across the year will enable you to develop an in-depth appreciation of the breadth and scope of education as a subject, and build skills for pathways beyond this final year entry degree, including continuing into research through Master's and PhD study, continuing into an educational career, or building towards various other career pathways that we’ll support you in exploring.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A 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.
Teaching and Learning
Modules have been selected to give you the chance to learn alongside different student groups and experience a variety of teaching and learning approaches. You’ll generally work in larger lecture groups and small seminar groups in a range of ways, including working on group work, practical workshops, educational visits, media analysis, and a range of other learning opportunities.
You’ll complete your capstone project under the supervision of a lecturer, developing your independent study skills whilst undertaking a substantial piece of independent work. This will enable you to organise, design, conduct and communicate ideas and issues within the exciting field of education.
Assessment
Your final year is assessed by coursework related to your compulsory and optional modules. Your modules have been selected to offer you a range of assessment approaches, including presentations, media analysis, academic journal writing, and other assessments that test your ability apply theory to practice.
In addition, you'll complete your capstone applied project, during which time you’ll work closely with a supervisor who will provide you with formative feedback throughout the process. You’ll be assessed through the production of a research proposal and an academic poster session where you'll present your results to a panel of educational experts.
Employability
After the Course
You’ll graduate as a skilled and confident advocate for education. You could go on to work in a range of sectors, including educational management and administration, youth, community or charity work, social work, occupational therapy, museum and gallery education.
Or you could continue your studies and research, undertaking other postgraduate courses, including Master's level degrees such as MA in Education, MRes in Social Sciences, or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
Careers
Example of careers that you could enter include:
- Teaching and educational practice
- Youth work
- Charity and community engagement
- Local authority and governmental work
- Educational researcher
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
International fee-paying students. The entry point is in September each year.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
3 Year Junior Diploma (Zhuanke) from China at 75% in a relevant subject, plus IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component.
The qualification must be completed within three years before the course start date. Self-study is accepted if completed within this period.
- 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):
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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 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:
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- 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.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
View our information for Tuition Fees.
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 for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of additional 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: