Education, BSc (Hons)

Our BSc Education programme is tailored for students passionate about education, offering opportunities to explore this interest within a broad social science framework. Studies are shaped by cutting-edge research and current policy developments, covering topics such as culture and identity, childhood and youth, gender and ethnicity, and social justice and inclusion. Core modules foster a comprehensive understanding of the social, historical, political, economic, and developmental contexts of education across Wales, the UK, and internationally. This broad perspective equips students to question conventional views on education and society, empowering them to contribute to its transformation and enhancement.Key distinctive features include strong connections with policymakers, schools, and educational organisations, enabling active engagement with practitioners. While not a teaching qualification, the programme examines wider educational debates, preparing graduates for diverse careers. Students benefit from studying in a school ranked 3rd in the UK for sociology research quality and 5th for education in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, with teaching delivered by research-active staff. Emphasis is placed on independent learning in a research-led, multidisciplinary environment, offering a variety of modules.