Education Studies and English Literature (Hons) University of Worcester

Overview

In the Education Studies and English Literature (Hons) programme from University of Worcester you’ll develop an ability to interpret meaning in different contexts through critical analysis of a broad range of texts, and apply these skills to understanding varied educational needs and approaches. You will explore educational models from around the world and in settings ranging from forest schools to inner cities.

The course combines theoretical and practical approaches to learning through lectures, seminars, placements, and internships. Students will graduate with skills that are transferrable across multiple different industries.

Key features

• Study diverse literatures emanating from the sixteenth through to the twenty-first centuries - and encompassing both 'canonical' and 'marginal' texts

• Very strong links with teacher training courses and providers of employment in other sectors of education

• Opportunities to gain credit for work experience and / or mentoring in educational settings

• Opportunities to play an active role in local and regional literature festivals, related events and a work project module

• Strong emphasis on the development of advanced literacy and communication skills

• Fantastic opportunities to explore education across a wide range of contexts: from primary schools to forest schools, from the UK to Africa

Where could it take you?

Employability

The Education Studies degree is an excellent route for progression to PGCE courses at Worcester and other providers. If you achieve a 2:1 or above you will be guaranteed an interview for teacher training (Primary) at Worcester provided you meet the various national pre-requisites for the course. As well as going on to become successful teachers other students move into areas such as learning support, child mentoring and welfare, and become training officers in the private sector.

Many students progress to careers requiring good communication skills such as Public Relations or develop research careers with media or publishing companies. Throughout the English Literature aspect of the degree, there is a focus on developing employability which includes attractive opportunities for work experience, a credited work project module, and a career and professional development module. Students are also strongly encouraged to take up the opportunity to study abroad for a semester.