BA (Hons) Education Studies Top-Up (Part-Time)
Key Facts
Level: 6
Attendance: Part Time (PT)
Duration: 2 Years
Course Code: KPK0111
Start Date: September 2025
Cost - UK/EU: £4650
Cost - Non EU: £4650
Code: KPK0111
This BA (Hons) degree top-up provides an excellent progression route for students who have completed the Foundation Degree in Children’s and Young People’s Services or equivalent. Studied full or part-time, this course is aimed at individuals who want to develop their existing skills within the field of education. As a University of Derby validated course, you can take advantage of the facilities provided by both Loughborough College and the university.
Providing you with the opportunity to further explore your interests at
degree level in the nature, purposes and context of education, this course aims
to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to become a fully informed
practitioner. Course modules should reflect in your practice and enhance your
practical ability through academic study. Your work experience will inform your
studies and provide a setting for work-based assignments, activities and
research projects. Assessments are conducted throughout the year and will
include essays, presentations, portfolios, gallery presentations, role play,
video analysis and case study analysis.
120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 in a relevant
area.
Upon completion of this course, our graduates have the confidence, skills and
expertise to find success in a broad range of sectors, and the opportunities for
progression are varied. Recent graduates have gone on to study for Early Years
Initial Teacher Training or for a PGCE, as well as the TAQA award in Assessing
and Verifying, and the Diploma in Education and Training. Others have gained
employment in Further Education colleges as assessors and trainers, opened their
own day care nurseries, successfully gained promoted positions within the early
years and primary sectors, or managed “Outstanding” early years
provisions.
94%
of learners said the College campus provides a safe environment
90%
of learners said staff valued students views and opinions about their study programme
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