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University of Greater Manchester

Education and Learning

England, United Kingdom · UCAS X300

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    3 years

  • Campus

    University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Home Tuition

    £10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)

  • Intake

    September 2027

  • UCAS code

    X300

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Course Overview

Education and Learning at University of Greater Manchester in England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.

Student life (indicative)

Manchester is the UK's unofficial music capital, with legendary clubs, two Premier League football teams, outstanding food from every cuisine, and a student population that makes up a significant chunk of the city.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

12,570

Staff Ratio

19.0:1

International

25.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

68.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£26,070

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

£10,050

per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Education and Learning
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Education and Learning topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Education and Learning
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

  • Education
  • Teacher education
  • Learning
  • Educational studies

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

12,570

Total students

Staff Ratio

19:1

Students per staff

International Students

25%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Cool temperate

Safety Index (indicative)

7.8/10

Transport

Moderate (coach or indirect connections)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

Student Life & City (indicative)

Manchester is the UK's unofficial music capital, with legendary clubs, two Premier League football teams, outstanding food from every cuisine, and a student population that makes up a significant chunk of the city.

  • Manchester is the UK's unofficial music capital, with legendary clubs, two Premier League football teams, outstanding food from every cuisine, and a student population that makes up a significant chunk of the city.

What Students Love

  • Active music scene
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Diverse international food scene
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Total Students12,570
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students25%
Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

68%

Employed after graduation

Avg Starting Salary

£26,070

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✗ Not offered

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.

  • Education graduates typically pursue qualified teacher status and classroom careers in state or independent schools, or enter roles in educational management, curriculum development, educational technology and training and development.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

£10,050

per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

MEDIUM

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)Fee not confirmedCheck the university's official fee page Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£695/mo
Food & Groceries£252/mo
Transport£86/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,208
Annual living costs£14,504/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,530/month budget (housing $880, food $320, transport $110) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.

  • One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,530/month budget (housing $880, food $320, transport $110) covers everything comfortably.
  • A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.

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