Education, Teaching and Learning in Practice
Education, teaching, and learning in practice is a field of study concerned with how people learn, how effective teaching is designed and delivered, and how educational systems and institutions can best support learners across different contexts. It draws on developmental psychology, pedagogy, educational theory, and policy studies to build a nuanced understanding of what happens in classrooms, training environments, and informal learning settings, and what practitioners can do to make those experiences more effective and equitable.
At Birmingham Newman University, this two-year, full-time programme is structured to develop your knowledge and skills in education and teaching practice in an accelerated format. The programme is likely suited to those who already have relevant professional experience in educational or training settings and wish to formalise and deepen their knowledge at degree level. You will engage with theories of learning and development, examine approaches to curriculum design and assessment, explore the role of inclusion and diversity in educational practice, and study the policy frameworks that shape education in England.
The programme also develops your capacity for reflective practice, which is fundamental to professional development in any teaching or educational role.
The two-year, full-time structure means the pace is intensive, and the programme rewards students who can engage with academic content while drawing on practical professional experience and applying their learning to real contexts.
Graduates are equipped for roles in education, training, and learning and development across a wide range of settings, including schools, further education colleges, higher education, corporate training, and community education. Some graduates go on to gain qualified teacher status through additional postgraduate routes. Others pursue careers in educational leadership, curriculum development, assessment design, or educational research and policy.
The degree is also a foundation for further postgraduate study in education, educational psychology, or related fields.