Course Modules

This module gives an overview of the laws and policies that relate to the education and care of people who have a SEND and how they affect people who have SEND, their families and the people who work with them. […]

This module will introduce you to a range of developmental, cognitive, social and emotional influences that affect children’s development in speech, language and communication. You will learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions that contribute to removing barriers to

You will engage with a range of discourses surrounding arts and society within the processes of teaching and learning. A range of disciplinary subjects including performing arts, drama, theatre, music and visual arts will be explored. In addition, key concepts

The central aim of this module will be to develop your awareness of the cognitive, social, physical and emotional changes that occur from childhood through to adulthood and how these impact upon individuals. It will examine the phases of development

This module will explore relationships between cultural identity, social policy and issues of equality and diversity. You will examine key features of the theory and practice of social and educational inclusion from several perspectives, and explore issues central to inclusion,

You will be encouraged to look beyond your immediate surroundings to the wider world. You’ll find out how global issues such as those outlined in the UN Sustainable Development Goals have an impact on people across the world as well

This module explores the sociological influences relating to our success as learners. You will use research on thinking, learning and development to consider how individuals can maximise learning opportunities for themselves and help others to learn. In addition, you will

The module explores global issues in education and the different contexts in which children and young people learn and educators teach – in formal and informal settings. It begins by introducing key concepts used in international education policy and practice.

This module is designed to introduce student teachers to the role that education might play in the face of serious environmental challenges. We will look at different perspectives of what it means to be human, the changing nature of our

A forest school is a journey of self-discovery and awareness in the outdoors in which participants are given the freedom to explore their surroundings, themselves and others through their curiosity and imagination. The approach is heralded by some as inspirational