Knowing another language is becoming a key skill for success in today’s global job market. By combining Education Studies with Mandarin, you can improve your employability with a second language that sets you apart from other graduates. The skills you gain from learning a language are valued by employers and can be useful in many different careers.
At DMU, you can start learning Mandarin at beginner, intermediate (GCSE), or advanced level, studying at your own pace.
Learning a new language not only gives you language skills but also helps you improve your communication, writing, and presentation skills. It can even improve how you use your first language.
Overview:
In this course, you’ll study modules like Perspectives on Education, Inclusion and Diversity, Understanding Learning and Wellbeing, and Special Educational Needs, Disability, and Neurodiversity. You’ll also take part in weekly language practice sessions, conversation classes, and workshops that help you learn about Mandarin, as well as the culture, people, and society of China.
Key Features:
- Learn Mandarin while studying how people learn and explore education from different perspectives. You can also specialize in areas of interest like Creativity in Education, Radical Education, and Music in Primary Schools.
- Completing this course gives you a foundation to continue into Initial Teacher Training (ITT), helping you become a teacher in the UK.
- Gain experience and improve your CV through placements and volunteering opportunities at schools, art centres, or museums.
- The course is taught by experienced teachers and developed with input from professionals in the education sector, ensuring it stays current with today’s challenges and practices.
- Work placements let you gain hands-on experience in local schools, allowing you to apply what you've learned and build valuable real-world skills.