Education University of Leeds

Overview

Education sits in an ever-changing social, political and cultural context. Our BA Education from University of Leeds, allows you to explore the different settings where learning takes place and the processes that underpin it.

You’ll explore education in different contexts, as well as the impact of government policy on educational practice. You’ll learn how schools and classrooms work and how core curriculum subjects are learned and taught.

Course highlights

• Study in our world-ranked School of Education alongside staff and students from across the globe. 

• Learn from influential academics who are experts in important disciplines including education, psychology, pedagogy and sociology.  

• Understand the impact of policy and society on education, considering factors such as climate change and the role of educators in responding to this.

• Gain valuable practical experience, with the opportunity to work alongside teachers or education professionals in your final year. 

Career opportunities

This degree will equip you with in-depth knowledge as well as a variety of transferable skills in areas such as communication, research, analysis and presentations.

You will be well-prepared to progress to a primary teacher training programme, or work in related fields such as educational psychology, publishing, child welfare and school administration and management.

Our graduates go on to secure a wide range of career destinations across the education sector and beyond. Among many career options you may choose a role as a teacher, lecturer, researcher, specialist tutor, education consultant or teaching assistant.