BSc (Hons) Technological Education Bachelor's degree at UHI
BSc (Hons) Technological Education at UHI. Rather than treating technology as an add-on, the course explores how digital tools, platforms and pedagogical innovation reshape learning itself, examining both the theory behind effective tech-enabled teaching and the practical skills…
About this course
BSc (Hons) Technological Education is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at UHI, based in UHI Perth. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Education and teaching graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £32,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Education & Teaching, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 - CertHE 5 modules
- Education placement 1 for technological educationCore
- Electrical and electronic fundamentalsCore
- Engineering science - dynamics and microcontrollersCore
- Industry based placement for technological subjectsCore
- Workshop practicesCore
Year 2 - DipHE 4 modules
- Education placement 2 for technological educationCore
- Practical project and managementCore
- Product design, cad, and manufactureCore
- Technical graphicsCore
Year 3 - BSc 5 modules
- Education placement 3a for technological educationCore
- Education placement 3b for technological educationCore
- Enacting the curriculum for technological educationCore
- Engineering science – structures and materialsCore
- Product visual media and animationCore
Year 4 - BSc (Hons) 5 modules
- Education placement 4a for technological educationCore
- Education placement 4b for technological educationCore
- Engineering science: thermodynamics and fluidsCore
- Renewable technologies and contemporary issuesCore
- Teacher enquiry for technological educationCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This BSc (Hons) in Technological Education develops your knowledge of how children learn and how schooling is organised, alongside practical teaching experience. A course like this typically moves from foundational study, child development across infancy to adolescence, and how learning happens, through to curriculum design, subject teaching and classroom assessment. You'll usually undertake school placements from the outset, progressing from observation to sustained classroom practice with increasing responsibility. In your final stages, you can pursue specialist options such as primary teaching, early years, SEND and inclusion, education policy, or QTS routes, culminating in final placements where you'll lead classes against professional standards. Learning is grounded in both theory and the craft of teaching.
Who it's for
You're drawn to teaching and genuinely curious about how technology changes learning. Perhaps you're already working in education, or another field, and want to deepen your understanding of digital pedagogy without abandoning your job. You'll thrive if you're comfortable with independent study (this is part-time), enjoy balancing theoretical ideas with real-world application, and want to develop both research literacy and practical professional skills. This suits reflective practitioners who see educational technology not as a buzzword but as a set of tools to scrutinise and use thoughtfully.
Careers & job market
Across Education & Teaching courses nationally, 90% of graduates were in work or further study 15 months after completing their degree. Of those in work, 70% were in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. Graduate earnings across the sector ranged from £22,000–£30,000 at the 15-month point, £17,850–£25,200 after three years, and £21,250–£30,000 after five years (these are national figures, not guaranteed). The degree is a nationally recognised UK qualification, recognised by employers and professional bodies in the education sector.
University & format
This part-time BSc (Hons) is delivered at UHI Perth by the University of the Highlands and Islands, a recognised UK degree-awarding body offering nationally recognised degrees. Instruction is in English.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Published UHI fee framework
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Careers & earnings
What Education & Teaching graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £32,000 | £29,000 – £37,000 | 315 |
| 3 years after | £24,000 | £17,000 – £31,500 | 50 |
| 5 years after | £28,000 | £23,500 – £36,500 | 50 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 315. Cohort 2021-22.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in education & teaching · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Education & Teaching nationally
National figures for Education & Teaching graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Education & Teaching courses at the same study level.
Compared with 515 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Job market & outlook
How Education & Teaching graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Education & Teaching graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Schools & academy trusts
- Local authorities
- Education charities
- Tutoring providers
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Education & Teaching graduates.
Education SEN MentorMacIntyreEducation Recruitment ConsultantAcademicsEducation Delivery Consultant - Fast Paced, Dynamic Organisation - WorcestershireAP EducationEducation Trustee - Lead Youth Careers & Outdoor LearningRacing to SchoolEducation Recruitment Consultant - Build Futures & Earn UncappedProtocol EducationEducation Recruitment Consultant: Grow Your Desk & ImpactEducation AssetsIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Fees and funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £32,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Education and teaching across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Is Education & Teaching right for you?
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