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Bachelor of Education Studies with Foundation Year

Oxford Brookes University

  • Oxford, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A four-year route to the degree in Education Studies that begins with an integrated foundation year.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop core knowledge and practical skills in Education Studies (with Foundation Year). Apply relevant methods to academic and professional problems. Communicate findings effectively and prepare for further study or employment in related fields.

Career outcomes

  • Education programmes in museums and galleries
  • Community-based
  • Charity and NGO work
  • Family liaison
  • Social work
  • Human resource management
  • Specialist school roles

Curriculum

  • A foundation year builds academic skills and an introduction to the subject before the degree years. Year 1 looks at human development from birth and education from the Middle Ages to today
  • With themes of nurturing and inclusivity and options such as play
  • Outdoor learning
  • STEAM and technology. Year 2 covers contemporary issues
  • Psychology of education and creative or therapeutic approaches.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Standard offer: UCAS Tariff 48 points (A level DD). European and international qualifications or a recognised foundation course are also considered.

Accepted academic background

A-levels, International Baccalaureate, A recognised foundation programme, Or equivalent qualification from the applicant's own country (see country list on the academic entry requirements page), Otherwise an Oxford Brookes foundation course.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • PTE Academic 65
  • Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts
  • Graduation or school completion evidence
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence where required
  • Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website for Oxford Brookes University. Review the admission requirements for the selected program. Complete the online application form. Submit academic transcripts and required supporting documents. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Submit any program-specific materials. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,250 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£1,000 GBP

Program details

CampusHeadington
Faculty or schoolSchool of Education, Humanities and Languages
DepartmentDepartment of Education
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value360
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteEligible international students at Oxford Brookes University may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    13 Jan 2027

    60 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.