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BA Education Studies

Queen's University Belfast

Institution
Queen's University Belfast
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Education Studies
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
X200
Typical offer
A-level BBB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: BBB IB: 32 points overall, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level.

About this course

BA in Education, exploring the multi-disciplinary field of learning through psychology, sociology, philosophy, history, and politics. Core topics include Research Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The curriculum draws on foundational disciplines to examine policy and practice across local and international settings.

Modules

  • Origins, underpinnings and future directions in education
  • Developing skills in complex critical thinking, analysis, and expression
  • Understanding learning, curriculum and assessment
  • Education for diversity and equality
  • Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People
  • Exploring the contributory disciplines of Education Studies
  • Qualitative Research Skills
  • Quantitative Research Skills
  • Formal and Informal education in teh 21st Century
  • Schools and Society
  • Inclusive learning & teaching
  • Promoting Interculturality and Critical Language Awareness
  • Applied Research in Education
  • Education Studies in theory and practice
  • Transformative education in conflict affected societies
  • Politics Policy in Education
  • A global perspective on education
  • Human Rights and Education