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BA (Hons) Education

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This BA degree in Education offers a comprehensive exploration of the big questions in education, examined through sociological, historical, philosophical, and psychological lenses. Designed for those passionate about un…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 10 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This BA degree in Education offers a comprehensive exploration of the big questions in education, examined through sociological, historical, philosophical, and psychological lenses. Designed for those passionate about understanding the role of education in society, this course provides an excellent foundation for a wide variety of career paths, including teaching and education-related roles. Students will learn from experienced lecturers who bring valuable insights from their backgrounds as teachers and school managers. The curriculum encourages active participation in current debates, fostering critical thinking and reflective practice. Available as a full-time three-year programme, the course also supports part-time study options. Throughout the degree, students benefit from a supportive community of educators and peers, with opportunities for experiential learning and work-based placements. Whether you are looking to enter the teaching profession or pursue further academic study, this course equips you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in diverse educational settings.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Becoming an Educationist: Reading, Writing and Enquiry30 Credits
Knowledge, Culture and Education30 Credits
Making Sense of Education30 Credits
The School and the City30 Credits

Year 2

Becoming a Teacher15 Credits
Experiential learning in Education15 Credits
Psychology of Learning30 Credits
Researching Education30 Credits
Sociology and the Curriculum30 Credits

Year 3

Education Studies Dissertation60 Credits
Educators as Social Pedagogues30 Credits
Gender and Education15 Credits
Inclusion, Education and Equalities30 Credits
Multilingualism and multiculturalism15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
10 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 10 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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