Education

Education is more than just teaching - it contributes to positive social change and shapes the future by equipping individuals with knowledge, skills, and values.

You could work in a range of organisations including educational welfare, local authorities, community youth work and museums.

On our Education degree you'll look at psychology, sociology, philosophy, history and social policy and examine areas such as equality, ethics and global challenges.

Two placements will enable you to explore different areas of education and gain the experience employers are looking for. Placements exist in the UK and overseas.

Top reasons to choose this course

- 2nd in the UK for education courses – Guardian University Guide 2025

- Two placements opportunities to gain hands-on professional experience and improve your sector knowledge.

- Opportunities to specialise within modules and focus on the areas of education that meet your career aspirations and interests.

- Excellent links with local and regional educational employers and their settings.

- Annual course conference where you’ll learn from your peers, inspirational guest speakers and receive advice.

- Curriculum centre with over 30,000 specialist resources.

- Guaranteed interview to our postgraduate teaching courses if you wish to pursue a career in teaching.