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Course Information

In this Education Studies (Primary) (Honours) from The Open University you’ll develop your understanding of policy and practice in primary education, and gain the knowledge and skills needed to work collaboratively and equitably in a range of settings.

Key features of the course

– Practice-focused for professional learning about primary school education
– Suitable for people working, volunteering or seeking to work in schools or in the wider education sector, cultural institutions and NGOs
– Supports theory and evidence-based practice and professional development
– Enables collaboration with other students and debate on topics in education
Skills for career development

This degree provides an effective foundation for a wide choice of career paths, in particular within education. It emphasises independent thinking, develops analytical and communication skills and will help you become a clear and confident writer – all attributes that are highly valued by employers. Specific skills you’ll develop include:

– critically evaluating and effectively communicating information to others
– retrieving, organising, synthesising and questioning arguments, opinions and qualitative and quantitative data
– using a range of digital technologies effectively for study, online collaboration and to support your continuing professional development
– planning and managing time and tasks and working to deadlines
– identifying strengths and areas for development, and seeking and learning from feedback.
Career relevance

An Education Studies (Primary) degree gives you a sound foundation for a range of roles relating to primary education, including helping you prepare to apply for teacher training. It is also relevant to other careers within childcare, health, education, play work and working with families and young people, cultural institutions and NGOs.

It will develop your understanding of practices and policies that affect children, and introduce you to many new aspects of the subject. If you’re considering teaching as a career, you’re strongly advised to check with your training provider about their entry policy for initial teacher education (ITE) programmes, as requirements vary between different providers.

Scholarship Option

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