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Over the past few years, teaching has changed drastically.
Classrooms have moved away from traditional brick-and-mortar as a result of the pandemic. Many educational institutes now offer remote teaching and learning, blended programmes and virtual assessments. New technological advancements have paved the way for a digital experience for both educators and students. Diversity, equity and identity matter more than ever.
With all these changes, there are greater expectations for educators and teachers. There are now tougher academic standards, different evaluation systems, new technology and social media that have transformed teaching beyond what it used to be. It’s not enough that an educator is well-versed in their trade – they must be knowledgeable about several other aspects such as diversity, culture, mental health and even political and social issues.
The result? A profession that’s more complex, dynamic and demanding than ever before. But despite the challenges, this new era of education holds exciting opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and student-centred learning.
The School of Education at the University of Birmingham is renowned for its teaching and research in educational practice and policy. Source: The University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
An original “redbrick” university and part of the Russell Group (a group of 24 elite, research-intensive UK universities), the University of Birmingham has a long — and Nobel Prize-winning — history of pursuing and sharing knowledge through outstanding teaching and world-leading research. Its School of Education, founded in 1896, has come a long way too. Today, it is one of the largest research-led schools of education in the UK, consistently ranks high within major university league tables such as QS and Times Higher Education, and is 3rd place in the UK for its 4* research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The school offers three undergraduate programmes – BA (Hons) Education, BSc (Hons) Psychology in Education, and BA (Hons) Education and Sociology. Each one aims to provide students with a holistic understanding of education’s role as a fundamental force in a changing, globalised world, whilst offering a variety of extra opportunities. Second-year students can study abroad for one year at one of the university’s 300 global partners, or can undertake a vocational placement year, putting theories into practice. These put you one step further to a rewarding and varied career.
Postgraduate aspirants can join the MA Education, MA Education (Comparative and International Perspectives), MA Education (Leadership), MA Education (Inclusion and Disability) or MA Education (Social Justice). Those intending to teach English can sign up for the MSc TESOL Education — a programme that equips you with the means to think differently about how English is used, learned, and taught worldwide. Students will be able to analyse English as a global language, rise to challenges about its use, and explore current issues and debates. Postgraduate students are eligible to apply for the Turing grant, which allows them to participate in short-term mobility programmes overseas, including summer school, school/NGO placement, and visits to the University of Birmingham Dubai campus.
The best way to learn anything is to experience it. And where better to fully understand and appreciate the reach of quality education than a country known the world over for it. Especially in its cosmopolitan Second City, less than two hours from London and with an international airport on its doorstep. Here, you’ll live and learn in one of the country’s most vibrant and multicultural cities, where approximately 42% of the city’s population is ethnically diverse and more than 20% is from overseas. It’s as if the world is your city — and one that’s highly qualified too. Over 40% of the population are below 25 years old giving the city one of the highest graduate retention rates in Europe. Visit the School of Education at The University of Birmingham for more information on their courses today.
Education programmes at the University of Bristol get students to think creatively about how education can promote justice and positive social change. Source: School of Education, University of Bristol
University of Bristol
The University of Bristol offers several programmes related to Education: BSc Education Studies, BSc Education Studies with Study Abroad, BSc Psychology in Education, and BSc Psychology in Education with Study Abroad. Whichever programme they’re in, students will develop research skills to tackle complex issues in novel ways and apply them in practice by spending time in schools, community organisations, and other education settings. Inspiring researchers and committed teachers work side-by-side to train students in transferable skills and application, using interactive research methods and small-scale studies.
With a University of Bristol degree, your career opportunities aren’t limited to schools and colleges. For example, the BSc Psychology in Education is accredited by the British Psychological Society and provides a pathway to professional training in educational, clinical and counselling psychology. Students trained in education and psychology often use their degrees to move on to research and healthcare. Some even go onto business, management, marketing and human resources.
And by going abroad, Bristol students expand their learning even more. Students who take a four-year Study Abroad degree will go overseas to learn about other cultures and educational practices. One year is spent learning English at a partner university overseas, in countries such as Australia, Hong Kong and the US. Learn more about the University of Bristol’s Education programmes.
Eighty percent of the University of Edinburgh’s education research are classified “world leading” and “internationally excellent.” Source: The University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
The Moray House School of Education and Sport at the University of Edinburgh is ranked first in Scotland in several rankings for education and sport-related studies. Several education programmes are accredited by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) and the Moray House holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award for its diversity and inclusivity.
The school offers various undergraduate programmes for education and sport, such as Applied Sport Science (BSc Hons), Childhood Practice (BA), Learning in Communities (MA Hons). Physical Education (MA Hons), Primary Education with Gaelic (MA Hons) and Sport Management (BSc Hons). They also have a wide selection of postgraduate taught degrees for Education and Sport, and Teacher Education, along with postgraduate research degrees that include the largest concentration of researchers in education in a Scottish university.
Students wishing to pursue a career in education can opt for the teacher education programme, a comprehensive programme with postgraduate primary and secondary teaching courses, specialist degree programmes for teachers, and professional development opportunities such as seminars and conferences. Check out the Moray House School of Education and Sport at the University of Edinburgh.
