Education with a Year Abroad (Hons) University of East Anglia

Overview

This Education with a Year Abroad BA (Hons) course from the University of East Anglia  combines theory, research and practical experience to help you develop critical thinking, reflection and professional skills valued across many careers. You’ll explore topics such as child development, inclusion, curriculum design, educational policy and cultural education, gaining insight into a wide range of learning environments. 

Your third year will be spent studying abroad, expanding your academic horizons by gaining valuable international experience and skills. 

You’ll also gain practical experience through placements and partnerships with schools, charities and community organisations across Norfolk. Our teaching is informed by active research and scholarship, helping you build the skills and confidence to carry out your own educational research. 

Careers

Examples of careers that you could enter include:

• Teacher: Pursue a PGCE or teaching pathway, supporting learning in schools, cultural organisations, community projects, or youth programmes
• Educational researcher: Conduct research to inform curriculum design, policy, or cultural practices across a range of education and community contexts
• Youth and community worker: Support learning, wellbeing, and personal development for children and young people in community or charitable organisations
• Educational policy or advisory roles: Work with local authorities, government, or NGOs shaping educational strategies and programmes
• Cultural or arts education roles: Develop learning initiatives in museums, theatres, galleries, sports clubs, and other cultural organisations