BA (Honours) Education Studies (Primary) - Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding

• the contextual factors, principles, issues, theories and research that influence and relate to children’s development and learning, and how these underpin and inform education policy and practices for primary aged children
• curricula for primary age children and related approaches to assessment that support progression in learning in a range of global contexts
• the ways in which ethnicity, religion, class, gender, and sexual orientation can impact on children’s learning and development, and the importance of creating inclusive learning environments
• the needs of a range of pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs, disabilities, those of high ability and those learning an additional language, and knowledge of provision to engage and support them from a range of global contexts
• the importance of subject knowledge in supporting children’s learning in the core subjects of literacy and language, mathematics and numeracy, science and ICT, and some approaches to supporting children’s learning in these curriculum areas
• the political, legal, ethical and rights frameworks that guide practice with children and support their health, safety, wellbeing and achievement 
• the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders within educational settings, and the central importance of engaging with children’s voices and perspectives. 

Cognitive skills

• critically and systematically analyse and evaluate concepts, theories, policy and practice relating to child development and children’s learning
• recognise a range of theories and concepts applied in practical teaching and learning contexts, and reflect on the nature of the relationship between educational theory, policy and practice 
• consider different perspectives on educational issues and consider evidence to develop and present arguments and proposals for practice
• identify and reflect on their own attitudes, experiences and perspectives and those of others, and consider the implications for practice.

Practical and/or professional skills

On completion of this degree, you will be able to:

• work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, carry out roles allocated by the team and value the contributions of others 
• demonstrate knowledge and awareness of how to design, implement, monitor, assess and evaluate activities for children’s learning and development
• develop detailed knowledge and awareness of some of the skills needed for teaching and learning, including the promotion of mutually respectful relationships with children, families, colleagues, other professionals and the wider community
• demonstrate sensitivity and awareness of some of the contextual factors that influence children’s learning and behaviour, achievement and social interaction
• demonstrate personal and professional conduct based on mutual respect and with regard to appropriate ethical considerations, and to develop knowledge of professional standards relevant to their context
• plan and manage time and tasks, work to deadlines, and articulate their own approaches to learning
• identify strengths and areas for development, and to seek and learn from feedback.

Key skills

• read independently and purposefully to identify and critically evaluate relevant information from a range of sources
• communicate and write accurately and clearly, using the conventions of academic writing for a range of purposes
• articulate the knowledge, skills and understanding that underpin effective practice in the education of primary aged children
• retrieve, organise and synthesise arguments, opinions and qualitative and quantitative data, and present findings and conclusions in a variety of formats
• use a range of digital technologies for study, participate in online discussion  and recognise the role of ICT in supporting practice and continuing professional development   
• engage in enquiry and research in the area of primary education including the importance of ethical considerations.