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Undergraduate School of Education and Social Sciences
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University of the West of Scotland
BA (Hons) Community Education
A professionally accredited degree preparing graduates to work in Community Education / Community Learning and Development at local, national and international levels, with an optional ESOL/TESOL specialisation.
Lanarkshire Paisley September
Duration
4 years full-time, flexible part-time
IELTS (min)
6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
Course overview
About the Course
The BA (Hons) Community Education provides a range of social and psychological theories and practices that help students take a critical stance on contemporary policy, social economics and the transformative capabilities of communities.
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Teaching and learning are delivered through a hybrid model combining in-class, online and practice-based learning, with approximately 40% of the course completed in practice settings, preparing graduates to work in Community Education / Community Learning and Development (CLD).
Tuition information
Tuition Fees
2026/2027 Academic Year
Scholarships Available
£16,275 per year of study
£2,710 per 20-credit module
Standard instalment fee plans can be arranged through online student portals.
Additional Enhanced International Scholarships of up to 40% are open to eligible applicants.
*Gross fee parameters undergo annual structural review. Values shown strictly reflect international undergraduate metrics.
English language
Entry Requirements
Meet the English language requirements for direct entry onto this programme.
6.0
IELTS Score Required
5.5 minimum per component
Accepted alternatives
Other recognized tests
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TOEFL iBT
78 -
Pearson PTE Academic
54 -
Duolingo English Test
105
Other English language qualifications may be considered. Please contact admissions for details.
Maximum Exemptions Available
Professional Accreditations
Accredited by Scotland's CLD professional body
Professional accreditation confirms the degree meets the standards required to work in Community Learning and Development in Scotland.
Registration with the CLD Standards Council is recommended for professional practice in Scotland.
Official admissions guidance
Academic Entry Requirements
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Official course information
This page is based on official material published by the University of the West of Scotland.