Education Studies and English

BA (Hons) Education Studies and English
Mode: full-time

Your first year of studies is a gentle introduction to the theories of education and literature, as well as the role of language in society and historical notions of childhood and the child.

In the second and third years, all students study Shakespeare, creative writing, children’s fiction, the development of the curriculum and twenty-first century childhoods, but otherwise select options within Education Studies and English that interest you most. In your final year, you will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice.

Why choose this course?

• Academic staff with extensive teaching experience in schools
• English Studies consistently achieves excellent results in the national Student Survey
• Opportunity to gain vital school experience either within the course or through the community volunteer programme at Bedford
• The School of Education boasts, in many cases, a 100 per cent graduate employment rate
• The University moved up six places in the teacher training league tables to 30th in the UK

Career Opportunities

Recent graduates have begun careers in teaching at all levels, librarianship, youth work and local government. Many of our students progress to a postgraduate certificate in either primary or secondary education, both of which are offered at Bedford.

Others opt to pursue postgraduate study, such as our MA in Children’s Literature and Culture.

Teaching/learning methods and strategies

Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and individual tutorials. All students use the University’s Virtual Learning Environment to supplement and enhance their learning experience.

Assessment

Assessment on the course is through essays, group research, presentations, seminar papers and exams.