Education Studies (Primary) (W54)

Open University
Undergraduate DipHE Distance learning 2-4 Years Education

About this course

If you're passionate about children's education or considering a career within education or as a primary school teacher, our Diploma of Higher Education in Education Studies is a great choice. This diploma will give you a sound foundation for further study relevant to a range of roles in primary education. You’ll deepen your understanding of policy and practice in the evolving education sector and gain the knowledge and skills needed to work collaboratively and equitably in a range of settings.

Key features of the course

  • Designed for people working with, or interested in the development and education of, children aged between 3 and 12

  • Offers a practice-focused qualification suitable for people working, volunteering or seeking to work in schools or in the wider education sector

  • Supports theory and evidence-based practice and professional development

  • Opportunity to choose from a range of option modules according to your needs or interests

  • Prepares you for further study, enquiry and research; and for careers in teaching and other roles within education
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2314 Primary education teaching professionals
    2315 Nursery education teaching professionals
    3231 Higher level teaching assistants
    2319 Teaching professionals
    2323 Education advisers and school inspectors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2-4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Education