Frequently asked questions

Educational Studies is a broad-based social science which looks at education from many perspectives: history, social policy, psychology and literature are all included.

For advice on what you can do with one of our degrees, please see the Careers in education page.

No, but the option to follow up with a PGCE is there if you want it. Our graduates go into a range of careers as well as teaching.

You are welcome to visit us.

There are several Departmental Visit Days throughout the Semesters 1 and 2, which include an introductory talk by the Director of Undergraduate Studies, a tour of campus with an undergraduate guide, opportunities to meet staff and students individually and ask questions, and mini-lectures on educational studies topics.

If you would like to arrange a visit please contact the Undergraduate Programme Administrator.

Tel: 01904 433451
Email: educ525@york.ac.uk.

If you are a sixth-former applying for a single subject degree programme (Educational Studies or English in Education), we normally expect you to have grades BBB or better at A level. For Psychology in Education, we normally expect ABB or better at A level.

Yes.

If you are interested in spending some time overseas during your degree at York, you can apply for one of the universities with which we have close links. Depending on the destination you may be able to study abroad for a full academic year or one semester. In addition to study abroad, there are also short-term summer opportunities (International Study Centres, Summer Schools and Travel Awards) you can apply for. Find out more about global opportunities for Education students. 

Yes, both the BA Educational Studies and the BA English in Education have the option of doing a work placement in Semester 1 of your second or third year.

You can also get classroom experience by joining the York Students in Schools volunteering programme.