Education and Professional Practice (Top-Up), BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Education and Professional Practice (Top-up) course is designed for FdA Education graduates aiming to advance their qualification to honours degree level. Offered at NTU in Mansfield, it explores education broadly, including national and international perspectives, lifelong development, and societal contributions. This program enhances career prospects in education, providing hands-on experience through placements and building transferable skills for professional roles or further study, such as Initial Teacher Training.The course integrates academic and work-based learning across modules like Education Research, Educator Roles and Responsibilities, Learning Theories and Behaviour, Coaching and Mentoring in Education, and a Professional Practice Research Project. Full-time students complete 120 credits in one year with weekly sessions and placements, while part-time options span two years. Assessments vary, focusing on diverse skill sets without formal exams, tailored to the local job market.