Studying Education Studies

Welcome to the BA (Hons) Education Studies course at University of Staffordshire. I’m your course leader, Amanda Tayler. I’m an early years and education specialist with specific interest developing the education workforce. I take great pride in managing this course and educating the next generation of practitioners.

I’ve worked at the university since 2015, and I’m deeply passionate about the field of education. I teach across several undergraduate modules and supervise research projects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Currently, I’m involved in a research project focusing on Forest Schools, and I also contribute to our recruitment and outreach activities within the Institute of Education.

Before joining the University of Staffordshire, I led the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies at a partner college, and my career has spanned various roles within early childhood education, family support, further education and higher education. My research interests include early years workforce reform, professional identity, and the development of early years educators.

I look forward to welcoming you in September.

Our graduates work in a huge variety of roles in education. Many enter teaching through PGCE, Schools Direct or PCET routes.

Others have progressed on to Masters degrees and have gone into social work.

We also have graduates working in specialist support roles in children’s centres, schools and colleges, in educational administration and management, play work and learning support.

Some go on to join charities and work with vulnerable young people or adults, while others go into adult and community learning.

Whatever you choose to do next, our Career Connect team are here to support you on your career path from the moment you start University.