Education and Professional Development — BA/BA (Hons)

Course information

This course is delivered in partnership with the University of Huddersfield and is aimed at teachers and trainers looking to develop their professional knowledge and skills.

We welcome applications from those working either within the education and training sector or in related areas such as health, careers or the uniformed services.

The course is particularly suitable for those wishing to progress from the Certificate in Education/DTLLS to a degree. It takes two years (part-time) to attain the degree and you can choose to complete either an unclassified degree or a degree with honours.

It is delivered using an innovative ‘blended learning’ approach which combines Saturday day schools at the University of Huddersfield and creative online learning activities with both individual study and collaborative study. Tutorials take place at The City of Liverpool College. You will also have unique opportunities to share and celebrate your own student research at a festival at the University. You will need access to appropriate technology and be prepared to try out new and changing technologies.

Skills and Knowledge Developed:

The degree will help students broaden their knowledge and understanding of theoretical and policy issues and research methods in education and training, with direct application to their own professional context. It provides an opportunity to develop the student's professional and personal confidence within the student’s working practice, with a view to enhancing their career.

Please note: this course will only run when it has a sufficient number of applicants.

Qualifications

BA Honours Degree in Education and Professional Development

This course leads to...

Many graduates of the BA have achieved promotion or moved into different areas of education and professional development following their studies. Students can go on to do a Master's level qualification.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements are typically the Cert. Ed, DTLLS or other level 5 teaching or training qualification.

Candidates must also demonstrate a minimum of two years teaching or training experience and currently hold an educational or training role.

Why study with us?

The course is a part-time, blended learning programme that lasts for two years. Students will be part of an online learning community and attend the University of Huddersfield for a number of Saturday ‘Day Schools’ each year, as well as tutorials at The City of Liverpool College.

The blended learning style creates a unique and innovative learning experience which makes full use of multimedia, the virtual learning environment, virtual classrooms, online social networks and critical friendship groups.

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Further Information...

Need more information or can’t find the course you’re looking for? We can book you in to speak with our dedicated Advice & Guidance team about your options at The City of Liverpool College. With hundreds of courses and flexible learning, we’re sure to have something to meet your needs.


You can contact us online via applications@liv-coll.ac.uk or call us at any point on 0151 252 3000 with any queries you may have – we’re here to help.
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