University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT
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Course enquiries
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Course summary
Education is more than just teaching - it contributes to positive social change and shapes the future by equipping individuals with knowledge, skills, and values.
You could work in a range of organisations including educational welfare, local authorities, community youth work and museums.
On our Education degree you'll look at psychology, sociology, philosophy, history and social policy and examine areas such as equality, ethics and global challenges.
Two placements will enable you to explore different areas of education and gain the experience employers are looking for. Placements exist in the UK and overseas.
Top reasons to choose this course
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2nd in the UK for education courses – Guardian University Guide 2025
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Two placements opportunities to gain hands-on professional experience and improve your sector knowledge.
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Opportunities to specialise within modules and focus on the areas of education that meet your career aspirations and interests.
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Excellent links with local and regional educational employers and their settings.
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Annual course conference where you’ll learn from your peers, inspirational guest speakers and receive advice.
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Curriculum centre with over 30,000 specialist resources.
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Guaranteed interview to our postgraduate teaching courses if you wish to pursue a career in teaching.
Modules
Year 1
Knowing and Learning in Higher Education
How Children and Young People Learn
Educational Thinkers and Activists
Understanding Social and Educational Inequalities
Placement Learning: Towards Enquiry-Based Learning
Policy, Legislation and Change in Education
Year 2
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice
Comparative Education
Research Methods
Professional Ethics, Wellbeing and Reflective Practice
Placement Learning: Reflecting and Researching
Final year
Inequality and Education: Critical Approaches
Reframing Identity
International Education for Global Challenges
Learning in Practice
Dissertation
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Brighton
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X300
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus Code:
- B
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X300
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
104 - 120 pointsA level
BBB - BCCPearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM - DMMAccess to HE Diploma
D: 15 credits M: 30 creditsPass with 60 credits overall. Level 3 units in communication, numeracy and IT required. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 15 credits at distinction and the rest at merit.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26 pointsMust include three subjects at Higher Level.
T Level
MEducation and Childcare T-level is accepted on this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Interview
- International applicants applying outside of the EU are normally asked to have a Skype or phone interview with the admissions tutor before a decision is made.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements https://www.brighton.ac.uk/international/applying-here/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements/index.aspx
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
At Brighton we recognise that not everyone's background provides the same advantages, and we know that grades are not the only indicator of potential.
If you meet our contextual admissions criteria we will make you an offer which is at least 16 UCAS points lower than our standard offer. You may also be eligible for additional financial and practical support from us through the Brighton Boost cost of living support package.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
Not enough data available
We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
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