COURSE CURRICULUM

The BA Education degree at Aberystwyth University offers a structured and comprehensive program designed to develop knowledge and practical skills for understanding child development and educational practice. In the first year, students focus on foundational modules such as Children’s Development and Learning, supported by optional modules covering areas like professional practice, early language development, play-based learning, and health and wellbeing in early childhood. These modules provide essential insights into how children grow, learn, and interact with their environments, while developing practical observational and analytical skills. In the second year, students build on this foundation through core modules in research methods and safeguarding and professional practice, equipping them with the skills to critically evaluate educational practices and policies. Optional modules such as literacy development and discourses in language and education enable students to deepen their understanding of specific areas of childhood learning. The third year culminates in a major dissertation, allowing students to undertake independent research and apply their knowledge to real-world educational issues. Additional options, including children’s rights, emotional and social development, mathematical development, and special educational needs, provide opportunities for specialization. Overall, the degree integrates theory and practice, preparing graduates for careers in education, child-focused professions, and further study in teacher education or related fields.