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BA Education: Policy and Practice (Mansfield) BA (Hons)

  • Level(s) of Study: Undergraduate
  • Start Date(s): September 2020
  • Duration: One year part-time
  • Study Mode(s): Part-time (evening)
  • Campus: Clifton Campus
  • Entry Requirements:
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Introduction:

This one year, part-time course is specifically designed to enable practitioners with an education related foundation degree or similar qualifications to gain full graduate status. It will equip you with the skills and knowledge to gain a greater understanding and critical analysis of education.

Students must be employed in an education setting for a minimum of 15 hours a week for the duration of the course and for two years prior.

This course is ideal for all educational professionals including:

  • trainers
  • teaching assistants
  • learning support assistants
  • non-graduate teachers
  • and others working in education.

Why choose this course?

You will benefit from:

  • studying in the evening to fit around your work and commitments
  • expanding your knowledge and skills to enhance your educational support practice
  • extending your transferable skills to support your career development
  • progression options to an undergraduate degree or teacher-training

We are currently reviewing the content of our courses to ensure that they remain relevant and current to our students’ future ambitions and society. Please continue to check this course webpage for the latest developments.

What you’ll study

Staff Profiles

Gaye Tyler-Merrick - Senior Lecturer

School of Social Sciences

Dr Tyler-Merrick is the Course Leader for the MA Education. She supervises PhD/ EdD and Masters student projects.

Belinda Ferguson - Head of Academic Quality

Centre for Academic Development and Quality Dept.

Belinda Ferguson Principal Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences

Careers and employability

Although this degree does not gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), progression onto a PGCE or the School Direct Programme may be a future option.

Links with industry

We involve industry experts in our courses in a number of ways.

  • We consult with employers when we design and update our courses.
  • We ensure you are prepared to meet the demands of the workplace by continually checking the currency and validity of our courses with employers.
  • Employers may input directly into your course through guest lectures, projects, and other work-related activities.

Learn a new language

Alongside your study you also have the opportunity to learn a new language. The University Language Programme (ULP) is available to all students and gives you the option of learning a totally new language or improving the skills you already have.

Learning a new language can:

  • enhance your communication skills
  • enrich your experience when travelling abroad
  • boost your career prospects.

Find out more about the University Language Programme.

Campus and facilities

How to apply

Ready to join us? Then apply as soon as you can. Just click the Apply button at the top of the page and follow the instructions for applying. Make sure you check the entry requirements above carefully before you do.

You can get more information and advice about applying to NTU in our postgraduates' guide. Here you'll find advice about how to write a good personal statement and much more.

Writing your application

Be honest, thorough and persuasive in your application. Remember, we can only make a decision based on what you tell us. Make sure you include as much information as possible, including uploading evidence of results already achieved, as well as a personal statement.

Keeping up-to-date

After you’ve applied, we’ll be sending you important emails throughout the application process - so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

Application dates

To join this course in September 2020, applications must be made before 1 August 2020.

Diversity of our students

We are committed to promoting a diverse and representative body of teacher trainees. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, such as male applicants, applicants from BME communities, mature applicants and those with disabilities.

All applicants welcome

We welcome applications from prospective students with a range of qualifications and experience, and all are assessed on an individual basis. Mature applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria can still be considered providing they have relevant experience to compliment any qualifications.

Getting in touch

If you need any more help or information, please email our Admissions Team or call on +44 (0)115 848 4200.