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Course Content
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.
Modules
- History - The Future of Education (20 credits)
- Sociology – Left Behind and Left out? (20 credits)
- Philosophy - Entrepreneurial Education (20 credits)
- Psychology - The Science of Learning and the Art of Teaching (20 credits)
- Independent Study in Education (40 credits)
Entry Requirements
120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 in a relevant area.
Please contact the International Admissions Office for further advice. international@loucoll.ac.uk
Progression Opportunities
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.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.