On this course you’ll analyse educational processes and their cultural, social, political and historical contexts, and gain perspectives on economic relationships, globalisation, international education, and equality and equity in education. Education Studies also explores beliefs, values and principles in education and the way that they change over time.

Work placements, industry links and internships

In year two there is a compulsory placement for all Education Studies students in a professional educational setting within the sector or in a school. Previous students have worked with charities, youth centres, third-sector organisations, and Local Authorities as well as schools and early years settings and in Higher Education departments.

We’ll also support you in finding volunteering opportunities during your time with us. You can find out about volunteering on our website.

Our Education Studies degree will provide an excellent basis for you to work with learners of all ages in different settings and contexts. You may choose to work in educational and training advisory roles in a range of organisations including local community, youth clubs, businesses, local authorities, non-government organisations, charities, museums, art galleries or libraries.

As well as going on to study for the PGCE our graduates have been recruited by Nottingham Trent International College, Explore Learning, the NHS and many schools and Local Authorities working in educational roles such as tutors, trainers and Higher Level Teaching Assistants.

For those wishing to apply for PGCE or equivalent initial teacher training courses we can support you through the process.

If you're considering primary or early years teaching as a career option at this stage and have GCSE passes (Grades 4-9/A*-C) in Maths, English and Science you may like to look at our Education Primary and Early Years programme leading to a guaranteed interview on our Primary PGCE programme.

For those interested in secondary education and have GCSE passes in Maths and English you may be interested in our Education Secondary degrees. These are taken in combination with your chosen subject specialism and again lead to a guaranteed interview on our Secondary PGCE programmes.