London South Bank University

Education (Top Up) - BA (Hons)

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

This course is ideal for those already employed in an appropriate educational setting and wish to study while working. BA Education (Top Up) is a one-day-a-week taught course for professionals already working in settings where they can engage in study during their working week. As well as the day at LSBU, students are expected to reflect on their academic studies by relating them to their day to day experiences in the workplace.

This work-based route allows students to develop transferable work-based analytical and research skills, gain academic recognition for existing skills and improve professional effectiveness. This programme supports you in developing your professional approach in their workplace. It gives you the opportunity to link theory and practice, to critically analyse different approaches and to develop the necessary skills to be a reflective and innovative practitioner.

It also widens participation to include career changers and mature students with family commitments. Why Education at LSBU? thumbs-o-up Our expert staff are committed to a practice-based approach, and we collaborate with psychologists to create exciting course modules. light bulb 3rd among London competitors for Student Satisfaction in Education (Complete University Guide 2022) link The Centre for Education and School Partnerships, which delivers this degree, has extensive links with schools, alternative educational settings and the creative industries. cubes We’re home to specialist facilities that contain all the equipment you can expect to find in a primary school setting. Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 1 year September X300 UCAS Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU.

Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides.

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Key highlights

  • Taught one day a week alongside work in an educational setting
  • Work-based route linking academic study to daily workplace practice
  • Gain academic recognition for existing professional skills
  • Modules developed in collaboration with psychologists
  • Links with schools, alternative educational settings and creative industries
  • Specialist facilities equipped like a primary school setting

Entry requirements

Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements. UK Qualifications International Qualifications 240 CAT points from two years higher education or equivalent qualifications in a relevant academic discipline

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000
  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Teaching assistant
  • Higher level teaching assistant
  • Learning mentor
  • Special educational needs support worker
  • Education officer
  • Early years practitioner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,400 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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