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Community Education

University of the West of Scotland

Venues

Lanarkshire Campus

Content

The BA Community Education is perfect for those already involved or interested in working with people in communities to facilitate their critical and social education.

Community education is an expanding professional area that contributes to youth and community practices. This course is aimed at current or aspiring community education practitioners.

Community educators work with people of all ages and abilities to facilitate individual and social change that enhances the chances for making a good life. The programme is underpinned by theories and practices in equality and social justice, human flourishing, engagement and participation.

This course is approved by the Community Learning and Development Standards Council for Scotland and is recognised as a lead practitioner qualification.

Entry Requirements

2023 entry requirements
Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBBB including English plus Maths at National 5.

Entry to year 2 is possible with 3 Advanced Highers at BCC plus English and Maths at National 5.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BBBC including English plus Maths at National 5.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

L540

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

School of Education and Social Sciences

Department

Education

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.uws.ac.uk