Education and Professional Practice (Top-up) BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Education and Professional Practice (Top-up) course is designed for you if you are an FdA Education graduate and want to top up your qualification to BA honours degree level.<br/><br/>This degree will open up a diverse range of career options in the sector, allowing you to make a real difference to the education and development of others.<br/><br/>Taught at NTU in Mansfield, you’ll cover education in its widest sense – both nationally and internationally. You’ll learn how people develop throughout their lives and study how education contributes to society.<br/><br/>Whether you plan to go straight into the world of work on graduating, or this is your stepping stone to further study, you’ll gain the knowledge and transferable skills you need to progress in a diverse range of careers in education. <br/><br/>**Why study BA (Hons) Education and Professional Practice (Top-up) at NTU Mansfield?**<br/><br/><br/>- **You’ll gain hands-on experience** and develop your confidence as a professional practitioner through workplace or placement opportunities.<br/><br/><br/>- **On completing this degree, you’ll be well-placed to go straight into the world of work** and take up a variety of careers within education.<br/><br/><br/>- **Upon graduating, you’ll have the option of further study**, including Initial Teacher Training courses.<br/><br/><br/>- **The course is delivered over 2-3 days a week,** allowing you to fit in study around other commitments. <br/><br/><br/>**What youll study**<br/>The course integrates academic and work-based learning through a range of modules. Youll develop an understanding of the broad discipline of education and develop effective communication and organisational skills. Youll also research and critically evaluate learning theories, behaviours, coaching, mentoring and practice.

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a university like no other – their combination of world-class facilities, quality teaching, award-winning student support and a buzzing student community provides a student experience like no other. <br/><br/>Ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Life (University Compare 2026), NTU is a place that everyone can call home. Artisanal chefs can perfect their choux buns in industry-standard kitchens, athletes can test their skills at local sports clubs & major stadiums, and lawyers can build up their confidence in the mock courtroom. With over 130 clubs and societies to choose from, you'll also have the chance to try out new activities and meet people from across the globe.<br/><br/>NTU is based in the Midlands, the cheapest region to live as a student in England (National Student Money Survey 2023). With over 60,000 students, it’s compact, friendly, and well-located, and offers amazing experiences, life-changing opportunities, and a unique spirit. <br/><br/>Start your NTU journey this September with guaranteed accommodation (T&C's apply). <br/><br/>"Coming here was the best decision I ever made; the course is fantastic, everything has been really easy, and I honestly couldn't see myself anywhere else now."<br/>Katie Hewiston, BA (Hons) Fashion Management