BA (Hons) Education Top Up

The BA (Hons) Education Top Up provides the opportunity for those with sub-degree qualifications the opportunity to progress directly into the second (level 5) or final year (level 6) of the BA (Hons) Education Studies degree programme. It provides a differentiated and flexible route, which enables individuals to gain an undergraduate honours degree which will help them to develop the professional knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to their workplace settings. It is suitable for those who do not have appropriate credits to enter directly onto the BA (Hons) Education Studies degree.
The programme is suitable for those who already hold existing credits from qualifications such as HNCsHNDs, other level 45 vocationaltechnical qualifications or foundation degrees. It would also appeal to Further Education practitioners, who hold level 5 teaching qualifications as well as those with relevant overseas qualifications.There is no PSRB or other professional accreditation attached to this programme. In addition to topping up to a relevant academic degree, the programme also enables participants to demonstrate to employers the capacity for academic, organisational or management skills to enhance career development opportunities or open up new career possibilities.
Because the programme is broad-based and interdisciplinary, a range of careers may be open to you. These include, but are not limited to, becoming a teacher - particularly if you want to teach in Early Years settings, Primary Schools, or Post-16 Education and Training (such as Further Education College). You might be interested in working in Special Educational Needs, Youth Development, Youth and Community Education, Children, Family and Community Outreach or in an education support role such as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Mentor. Alternatively, a career in educational management, social and educational policy or educational administration may interest you.

Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree in a relevant subject. This course is open for direct entry to Level 5 (the second year of a degree) and Level 6 (the final year of a degree). For credits gained through HE certificated study: For entry to Level 5 - Evidence of 120 credits gained through Level 4 study in an appropriate education/training relevant context. For entry to Level 6 - Evidence of 240 credits gained through study at Level 4/5 study in an appropriate education/training relevant context. We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent).