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Teaching Assistant BA Top-Up Degree in Blackpool

Cost£10,535.00
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Teaching Assistant BA Top-Up Degree in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus, full-time over one year.

This teaching assistant BA top-up degree course builds on your Foundation Degree. You'll develop higher-level skills in teaching and learning support, supervision, and management. The course deepens your understanding of how children and young people learn, and prepares you for senior roles in education settings.

You'll finish with a BA (Hons) Degree in Teaching and Learning Support.

Who this course is for

The BA (Hons) top-up is aimed at students who have already completed our Foundation Degree and reflects the aspirations of many practitioners to gain higher level practical, managerial and technical skills, whilst at the same time enabling them to gain a higher educational qualification. As a student you will not only develop your skills in areas specifically related to the teaching and learning of children or young adults but will also acquire knowledge in key higher level areas such as supervisory, managerial and training roles within the education sector, which creates a real variety of career opportunities. This is further enhanced by excellent work placement opportunities sourced by our experienced placement team and underpinned by our strong relationships with major employers. We believe this sets our graduates apart from others in the sector and results in near 100percent graduate employability on completion of the programme.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of B&FC's Teaching and Learning Support foundation degree is a pre-requisite for entry.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced skills in supporting teaching and learning in schools and education settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of supervising and managing others in a professional context.
  • You'll study approaches to supporting the development of children and young people.
  • You'll explore higher-level theory and practice in education support roles.
  • You'll strengthen your ability to reflect critically on your own professional practice.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance over one year. You'll engage with taught sessions, seminars, and independent study. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, reflective portfolios, and project work at degree level. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant, takes on a lead role supporting teachers across a school.
  • Teaching Assistant, works directly with pupils in classroom settings.
  • Learning Support Assistant, provides targeted support for pupils with additional needs.
  • Learning Mentor, guides and motivates pupils who need extra pastoral or academic support.
  • SENCO Support Officer, assists the Special Educational Needs Coordinator in a school.

What you could study next

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), the route into qualified teacher status if you want to lead a classroom.
  • MA in Education, a master's-level qualification for those moving into leadership, research, or specialist advisory roles.
  • National Professional Qualification (NPQ), a school leadership programme for those stepping into management in education.
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