Bachelor's in Education Studies

Queen Margaret University (QMU) is a dynamic institution renowned for its innovative and career-focused education. With a history dating back to 1875, QMU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in areas such as health sciences, business management, arts and social sciences, and media. The university is known for its strong links to industry and its commitment to experiential learning, ensuring that students gain practical skills and real-world experience. QMU's state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and supportive learning environment create a vibrant community that prepares students for successful careers and fosters their personal and professional development.

This BA/BA (Hons) in Education Studies is Scotland’s newest Education Studies course. It is an innovative, broad-based social sciences course with an emphasis on wider aspects of education. Unique and intellectually inspiring, this course will develop your critical-thinking abilities and hone your research skills. It will prepare you to enter a range of education related professional careers. This could include in museums, community or arts education, international educational aid projects, policy work, PGCE in Counselling, PGDE in Primary Education, further educational study or research. The course is one part of QMU's suite of Education courses, which, in line with other courses in the Division of Psychology, Sociology and Education are based on: social scientific inquiry, criticality and reflexivity. The course offers a placement in each year which is a valuable aspect to your learning.