You will examine both historical and contemporary approaches to education and study an introduction to philosophy in relation to education. Alongside this, you will explore the psychological approaches to learning and the study of childhood,including the social construct of childhood and child development. You will continually build on your learning and explore comparative education, equality issues and research methods. You will also have the opportunity to conduct an independent research project, and have a choice of modules to complement your learning including counselling in education, children’s rights, education and the law, and children’s literature.

Successful completion of the Middlesex University International Foundation Programme (IFP)*** (equivalent programmes from other Universities/Colleges/Institutes will be considered). All programmes at Middlesex University Dubai are taught in English and applicants with previous education outside of English-speaking countries (such as the UK, the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand), must demonstrate English language proficiency.