BSc Education Studies
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
About this programme
Our BSc Education Studies degree explores how education can contribute towards changing societies and individuals. You'll discover how learning happens at all ages, from the earliest years of childhood to adulthood.You'll learn about education in a wide range of settings, from schools and universities to online communities, social movements, workplaces and care homes. As you progress, you'll develop expertise in UK education and will study global, international and comparative educational perspectives.The course currently includes an optional placement unit, Education in Practice. Here, you can apply your learning and gain valuable workplace experience through a placement in a:schoolcharitable organisationbusinessmuseumcommunity groupresearch setting.Our BSc Education Studies degree offers a broad foundation in educational theory, policy and practice. It prepares you for a variety of careers in the education sector and beyond. While it doesn't directly qualify students for classroom teaching without further qualifications, it opens pathways in areas like:educational consultancycurriculum designpolicy analysisadministrative roles in schools or not-for-profit education organisations.You'll also be able to work in training and development, community education or international organisations focused on education. Further studies can expand career potential or offer the opportunity to become an academic researcher.This course is also available as a four-year degree, including a year studying in English at a partner institution overseas. For more information, visit BSc Education Studies with Study Abroad.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £25,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: ABB | A-level contextual offer: BBC | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (8)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Cratchley History ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Think Big about Economics Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big about Policy Studies Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year