Beyond the Classroom
Education is a broad and dynamic field that reaches far beyond traditional classroom teaching. At the University of Cumbria, our education degrees offer diverse pathways into rewarding careers across a wide range of educational and community settings.
Our programmes explore education as a discipline from both national and global perspectives, delving into theories of learning, development, and inclusive practice. You’ll also engage with key areas such as safeguarding, Special Educational Needs, and pastoral care, gaining the insight to support learners from early years through to adulthood.
Studying education at Cumbria opens doors to a variety of professional roles, whether that’s in museums and heritage sites, youth and community work, government services, or early years education. You’ll develop the theoretical understanding and practical skills to make a real impact for learners of all ages.
Discover the possibilities of education beyond the classroom and take the next step in your career with the University of Cumbria.
Undergraduate Courses
Education Studies (Top Up)
Education Studies with Early Years (Top Up)
Postgraduate Courses
MA Education
MA Education Leadership
MA Education Professional Practice (with pathways)
PGCert Teaching and Learning
STUDENT STORY
Having graduated from our Education Studies programme, Rahima has gone on to a successful teaching career in her former Secondary School. Equipped with theoretical backing and placement experience, Rahima is now making a positive impact in her community and giving back to the school that shaped her early education.
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“Studying at the University of Cumbria definitely contributed to the widening of my skill set. The university provided opportunities to deliver presentations and complete placements which enabled me to adopt effective strategies, all of which I now use within my own pedagogy. The most valuable part of studying at the University of Cumbria was the support and motivation I received from my tutors and lecturers. Without the one to one support and guidance, it would have been very difficult to get through the three years, so I am very thankful and appreciative to have had this wonderful experience at the university.”
Rahima Begum
Education Studies
Why study beyond the classroom?
Gain experience in a range of settings including community centres, educational publishing houses and cultural bodies.
Join our community of future-shapers and be supported by an experienced academic team.
Our courses focus on employability, helping you to build a packed CV before you finish your course.
Graduate ideally placed for a career as an education consultant, counsellor, mentor or support worker.
University in the Northwest and in the Top 10 in the UK for Graduates into employment or further study within 15 months (97% of Graduates – Graduate Outcomes Survey, HESA 2025).
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