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Overview

UCAS Code: | QX13 |
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Course Length: | 3 Years Full-Time |
Start Dates: | September 2020 |
Department: | Faculty of Education |
Location: | Edge Hill University |
Example Offers: | BCC-BBC (A Level) or DMM (BTEC) View full entry criteria |
- Study the modes, methods and purposes of education across all age phases, exploring the world of education from early years to degree level;
- Enhance your knowledge of the expressive resources of English language and gain a critical appreciation of a range of literary texts;
- Discover the origins and evolution of our education system and engage in cutting-edge research.
This degree provides you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history, philosophy, psychology and sociology of Education while simultaneously exploring key themes and periods in the development of English language and English literature. In Education, you will explore why our school and university systems exist as they are, and how a succession of governments have helped shape and mould the way in which we teach children and train adults. You will come to understand the UK education system not only in its own right, but also in its European and global contexts, engaging with the thinkers and ideas that are at the forefront of current education policy and practice. In English, you will explore representations of fictional and nonfictional worlds, revealing gripping stories of right and wrong, and asking questions about what society expects of men and women. Combining your passion for language and literature and developing written and oral fluency, independent thinking and self-expression, you will be stimulated by an impressive array of specialist modules examining the form and use of spoken and written English and exploring a variety of literary periods and genres.
In Depth
What will I study?
In Year 1 you will gain an overview of the different areas of study within education. Through the application of key concepts to real-world scenarios, you will be introduced to the core academic disciplines of education studies (history, sociology, philosophy and psychology). You will have the opportunity to learn about how technology can be harnessed to make learning more engaging and effective, as well as considering the different ways in which access to education can be helped or hindered as a result of race, religion, class, ethnicity or disability. Year 1 also introduces you to the grammatical structure of the English language and provides an overview of a range of methodological, critical and theoretical approaches to reading literature, with the additional options of exploring the periodicity and genres of literature or gaining a firm grounding in phonetics.
Year 2 builds upon your earlier studies in the academic disciplines of education by going deeper into the work of key thinkers in the field. You will develop skills in the design and execution of research projects, and you will broaden your study of education in order to explore its global contexts. You will also have the opportunity to acquire work experience in your second year of study. English modules will enable you to examine the history and development of English and select from a range of options which reflect particular staff interests and research specialisms. These include Romantic literature, children’s literature, sociolinguistics and child language development.
In Year 3, you will continue your studies in the core disciplines of education, critiquing and applying the concepts and ideas of those individuals who are currently leading new developments and innovation in academic studies in education. You will choose further areas of specialism from a range of elective English modules which cover a diverse range of themes, including psycholinguistics, language and gender, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, as well as Victorian, Modernist and contemporary literature.
How will I study?
Modules are usually delivered through a combination of whole-group lectures and smaller group-seminars.
In Year 2 you will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement and engage in work-based learning. Placements will be in a variety of different settings in which education takes place, either formally (schools) or informally (for example, art galleries and museums), and will be closely matched to your career aspirations.
How will I be assessed?
The assessment methods for this programme incorporate a variety of both traditional and innovative formats. There will be a blend of essays, exams and website development work. You will be asked to produce and present work through a combination of wikis and blogs, or to produce video presentations or give a live presentation. You will also create research posters reporting on the results of your investigations and be taught how to present your work in the format of professional magazine-style reports.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by a team of lecturers who bring with them a vast amount of both professional and academic experience. Members of the team include academics who research both the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching and learning in a host of contexts. Other members of the programme team offer a wealth of experience in teaching across all age-phases and a wide range of academic disciplines including language and literature.
A Great Study Environment
Education
The Faculty of Education has been at the forefront of teacher education for more than 125 years and today enjoys the enviable position of being one of the country’s leading providers of education, training and research for the children’s workforce.
Housed in a state-of-the-art £9m building, the Faculty of Education’s facilities include a 300-seat lecture theatre, five well-equipped ICT suites, and 18 teaching rooms complete with the latest technology.
The faculty has a strong commitment to practice-based learning and has developed partnerships with over 2,000 schools and colleges, local authorities and professional associations.
English
The Department of English, History and Creative Writing is based in the Main Building at the centre of the campus, near the £26m Catalyst building which includes the University library.
A prime example of 1930s architecture, the Main Building has undergone extensive refurbishment to combine a traditional setting with modern facilities, including the £15m Student Hub.
The building includes lecture theatres, seminar and tutorial rooms, which are ideal for group discussions and one-to-one tuition, as well as IT resources and social learning spaces.
Modules
Expand AllYear 1
BED1000Introduction to Education Studies (20 credits)
BED1002Conceptions of Education: The UK Education System in Context (20 credits)
LIT1021Critical Theories (20 credits)
LNG1016The Structure of English (20 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
BED1003Learning in a Diverse Society (20 credits)
BED1005Technology and its Place in Education (20 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
LIT1022Introduction to Literary Periods and Genres 1 (20 credits)
LNG1015The Sounds of English (20 credits)
Language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, are available to study as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied instead of either BED1003 Learning in a Diverse Society or BED1005 Technology and Its Place in Education.
Year 2
BED2000Designing and Managing a Research Project (20 credits)
BED2003Education, Meaning and Understanding: Debates in the Philosophy of Education (20 credits)
LNG2130History and Development of English (20 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
BED2005Work Based Learning in Education (20 credits)
BED2006Work Related Learning in Education (20 credits)
You will select two of the following modules:
LIT2041Literature Dissertation Project (20 credits)
LIT2044About Love (20 credits)
LIT2046Pilgrims Progress: British Children's Literature from the 18th Century to the Present Day (20 credits)
LIT2050Romanticism (20 credits)
LIT2051Special Author 1 (20 credits)
LIT2057Contemporary American Literature (20 credits)
LIT2059Special Topic 1 (20 credits)
LNG2131Introduction to Sociolinguistic Variation (20 credits)
LNG2132Language of Shakespeare and His Time (20 credits)
LNG2133Analysing Discourse (20 credits)
LNG2134Early English (600-1500) (20 credits)
LNG2135Phonetics and Phonology (20 credits)
LNG2136Modern English Structure and Usage (20 credits)
LNG2138Methodology (20 credits)
LNG2139Child Language Development (20 credits)
If you studied a Language module in Year 1, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 2. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional English modules above.
Year 3
BED3001Understanding Education through Sociological Perspectives (20 credits)
BED3002Knowledge, Learning and Understanding (20 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
BED3003Current Debates in the Psychology of Education (20 credits)
BED3004Exploring Issues and Affecting Change in Education (20 credits)
You will select three of the following modules:
LIT3040The Victorians At Work (20 credits)
LIT3042Modernisms (20 credits)
LIT3043Contemporary Literature in English (20 credits)
LIT3045Hosting a Literary Festival (20 credits)
LIT3049Special Author 2 (20 credits)
LIT3050Sexuality and Subversion (20 credits)
LIT3054Special Topic 2 (20 credits)
LNG3133Psycholinguistics (20 credits)
LNG3142Bilingualism (20 credits)
LNG3143An Introduction to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (20 credits)
LNG3144Beyond English (20 credits)
LNG3145Language and Identity (20 credits)
LNG3151Historical Linguistics (20 credits)
LNG3152Forensic Linguistics (20 credits)
LNG3153Language, Gender and Sexuality (20 credits)
Timetables
Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
Typical offer 104-112 UCAS Tariff points, preferably to include A Level English or equivalent.
Example Offers
Some examples of how you can achieve 104-112 UCAS Tariff points are detailed below.
- A Level: BCC-BBC;
- BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications): Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM);
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, for example 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit or 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.
EU students can get country-specific information about the University’s entry requirements and equivalent national qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for overseas applicants.
English Language Requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
If your current level of English is half a band lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Are there any alternative ways to meet the entry requirements?
If you have the ability to study for a degree but lack the necessary qualifications or confidence, our Fastrack: Preparation for Higher Education course could be for you. This free, seven-week programme provides a great opportunity to enhance your study skills and subject knowledge and demonstrate that you are ready to study a particular subject with us, in lieu of achieving the UCAS Tariff points in the entry criteria.
Upon successful completion of a Fastrack course, you will be well placed to progress onto a corresponding Edge Hill University degree, although additional entry requirements may apply and the availability of specific programmes cannot be guaranteed. For more information, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/fastrack.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Edge Hill University recognises learning gained elsewhere, whether through academic credit and qualifications acquired from other relevant courses of study or through recognition of an individual’s professional and employment experience (also referred to as ‘experiential learning’).
Previous learning that is recognised in this way may be used towards meeting the entry requirements for a programme and/or for exemption from part of a programme. It is your responsibility to make a claim for recognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consult the University’s academic regulations (sections C7 and F3.1) or contact the faculty in which you are interested in studying.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
As a graduate from this BA (Hons) Education and English degree, you will be well placed to progress into a wide range of careers.
Typical career paths include working as a teacher, learning mentor, education administrator, museum/gallery/heritage site educator, educational psychologist, education counsellor, social/community worker, prison educator, international development worker, training organiser, charity worker, speech therapist, or in publishing. Please note that further training will be required for some of these roles.
Alternatively, you may wish to progress to further study or research in Education, English or a combination of the two subjects.
How can I enhance my employability?
It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how you will spend your time while studying and make the most of your university experience.
Optional, additional activities may be available on this degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career. These include:
- Sandwich Years – you may have the opportunity to apply to complete a sandwich year placement, usually as the third year of a four year degree, and gain highly relevant work experience;
- Erasmus+ and Study Abroad – you may have the opportunity to apply to spend time studying or working abroad, usually as the third year of a four year degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in a different culture;
- Learning a Language – you may be able to select language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, as an integral part of your degree (for which you will gain academic credits). Alternatively, it may be possible to participate in Language Steps classes as additional study.
Please note, the availability of these additional activities cannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending on availability and the number of students wanting to participate, there may be a competitive application process for sandwich year placements or studying abroad opportunities or you may be required to secure a relevant placement yourself.
Finance
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will be joining this undergraduate degree in academic year 2020/21, the tuition fee will be £9,250 per annum. Tuition fees for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2020/21 are £12,250 per annum.
The University may administer a small inflationary rise in tuition fees, in line with Government policy, in subsequent academic years as you progress through the course.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK and EU students joining this undergraduate degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK and EU students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK and EU students joining this programme, together with details of how to apply for potential funding, please view our Money Matters 2020/21 guide at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2020.
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Scholarships
Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with a competitive application process for prospective full-time undergraduate students. These scholarships aren’t linked to academic success and celebrate determination, talent and achievement beyond your coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.
Additional scholarships, which you may qualify to receive, reward outstanding grades and are available to eligible UK and EU students.
To find out more about scholarships, to assess your eligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarship winners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.
Apply
How to Apply
Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com.
Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out more about the application process.
Further information for international students about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Visit Us
If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into student life is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day. You can view dates and book your place at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.
Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, you can find out more about all of our events for prospective students, including monthly campus tours, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.
Request a Prospectus
If you would like to explore our full range of degrees before you apply, you can order an undergraduate prospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it’s like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- Course Enquiries
- Tel: 01695 657000
- Email: study@edgehill.ac.uk
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk with any queries about overseas study.