Education Studies BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Bristol, based in Bristol, taught full-time over 3 years. 86% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £25,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB - BBC.
A-Level Entry
ABB - BBC
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
86.07%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
BSc Education Studies considers how education can contribute towards changing societies and individuals. You will explore how learning happens at all ages, from very young children to older adults.
You will learn about education in a range of settings; from schools and universities to online communities, social movements, workplaces, and care homes. You will develop expertise in UK education and will study global, international, and comparative educational perspectives.
The course currently includes an optional placement unit, Education in Practice, where you can apply your learning and gain valuable workplace experience through a placement in a school, charitable organisation, business, museum, community group, or research setting.
This degree is great preparation for careers anywhere that education matters, including routes into primary teaching, education policy, opportunities in the public or private sectors, and careers with charitable organisations.
This degree is also available as a four-year course, which includes studying overseas. For more information, visit BSc Education Studies with Study Abroad: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/2023/education/bsc-education-studies-with-study-abroad/
Entry Requirements
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Bristol
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Education
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £25,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ