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Education and Professional Practice Level 6 BA (Hons) (Bath Spa)

Course Overview

Fee disclaimer

  • Course fees listed below are the cost per year
  • You may be eligible for a HE Loan
  • Student loans can include a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan to help with your living costs. Help and advice is available at www.gov.uk/apply-for-student-finance

Entry requirements

  • Hold a foundation degree or equivalent to 240 credits in a relevant subject area
  • Have GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above or equivalent Level 2 qualifications
  • Demonstrate professional suitability in motivation and enthusiasm for the subject and their career
  • Be currently teaching and/or supporting students in an educational setting
  • Attend an interview and complete a successful entry assessment with the programme team
  • Have a current DBS

Course information

This one-year top-up degree is designed for experienced educators aiming to deepen their expertise and progress into leadership roles. Delivered at New City College and validated by Bath Spa University, the course explores advanced teaching methods, pedagogical theory, educational research, and reflective practice.

You’ll engage with peers across education sectors to critically examine current issues, develop leadership insight, and apply theory to your own professional context. Modules focus on evidence-based practice, strategic thinking, and whole-organisation approaches.

All modules are compulsory and carry 20 or 40 credits. Completion leads to a full Level 6 BA (Hons) qualification.

Key topics

  • Pedagogical theory
  • Leadership in education
  • Teaching and learning strategies
  • Classroom innovation
  • Student support
  • How you are assessed

    Higher Education programmes are taught and assessed using learning outcomes and QAA Benchmarks (where available) to enable you to demonstrate learning and achievement for modules, levels and programmes. All learning outcomes have to be successfully addressed in the assessment process.

    All of our teaching staff are experienced professionals in the field of education. All students are allocated a personal tutor who will be your first point of communication should you have any queries or concerns. Regular 1:1 sessions will take place within the classroom where there will be the opportunity to discuss your course and progress.

    You will also be supported by a mentor within your placement who will work alongside your tutor and classroom observer.

    Teaching and Assessment

    You will be taught by industry experienced tutors in our state-of-the-art facility, taking a hands-on approach to your learning by combining practical work and theory-based written assignments.

    The curriculum is designed to equip you with skills that will enable you to progress to employment or further study.

    We aim to provide real working environments with our unique facilities, in order to fully prepare our students for a successful future.

  • Next steps

    For further information about application please email Customer Services customerservices.hfe@ncclondon.ac.uk

    You can apply for the ‘Student loan’. Student loans can include a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan to help with your living costs. Help and advice is available at https://www.gov.uk/student-finance

  • Why study at NCC?

    New City College offers high-quality, career-focused degrees in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our courses are designed with employers in mind, combining academic theory with real-world application. You'll benefit from:

    • Experienced lecturers who understand industry needs
    • Flexible study options that fit around work and life commitments
    • Smaller class sizes for personalised support and better interaction
    • Strong university partnerships with recognised institutions like Bath Spa University
    • Excellent progression routes into employment or further study

Available Campuses

Dates Schedule Max. fee if paid
Start: 18/09/2025
End: 02/07/2026
Thu (09:00 - 17:00)
£9535.00

What Can This Course Lead To

On completion of the programme, students may choose to move into a management position, paid employment following voluntary placement, or progress to a Masters programme in Education. Students may also progress on to a registered teacher training programme.

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Facilities for Students

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Financial Support

There are several ways we can help you cover the cost of your studies.

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