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Overview
Across three weeks, the What is Education course from UCL Summer School introduces philosophical, sociological, psychological and historical perspectives on how education is shaped and experienced.
Topics also include the sociology of knowledge, learner identities and the history of compulsory education, drawing on IOE Archives to show how ideas about education have evolved.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students will have:
- Understood and gained first-hand experience of what it means to study education at a higher level.
- Become familiar with some of the key ideas underpinning education, as well as with some of the stances taken by world-leading experts in education.
- Critically considered and reflected upon the nature and purpose of education, particularly in relation to their own contexts.
- Critically considered and reflected upon the impact of a range of contexts on the nature and purpose of education.
- Developed their own critical and informed responses to questions concerning the nature and purpose of education.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Philosophical perspectives on the moral and political aspects of education
- Changing values in education
- Curriculum and pedagogy
- What are schools for? A sociological perspective on “powerful knowledge”
- The sociology of knowledge and learner identities
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 19 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Credits
15 alternative credits
- 15 UCL credits, 7.5 ECTS, 4 US
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 125
PTE Academic 76
IELTS 7
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- IELTS (Academic) at least 7.0 overall and 6.5 in each component or equivalent
You will normally be able to demonstrate an average grade, or equivalent academic experience, of:
- 2:1 for most modules
- 2:2 for lower-level modules, if you are in or beyond second year at university.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2995 GBP / full≈ 2995 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2995 GBP / full≈ 2995 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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