Art History and Education BA (Hons)

ART HISTORY

Love art, culture, photography, fashion or film? Art History at Liverpool Hope University helps you uncover the stories, ideas and movements behind the images that shape our world. Studying in Liverpool, one of the UK's most vibrant cultural cities, you'll explore art and visual culture while surrounded by world-class museums, galleries and creative organisations.  

This Art History degree goes beyond traditional art history, examining topics such as Gender and Sexuality in Visual Culture, Photographic Theory and Practice, Art and Propaganda, and Art and Environment. You'll learn how images influence society, politics, identity and culture while developing valuable skills in research, critical thinking, communication and visual analysis.  

Based in Liverpool's thriving cultural landscape, you'll benefit from links with organisations including Tate Liverpool, The Bluecoat, National Museums Liverpool and Dot-Art, alongside access to Fine Art and Design studios and workshops. 

Professional Practice modules help you build real-world employability skills throughout your degree, preparing you for careers across the creative industries. Whether you're interested in galleries, museums, heritage, media, marketing or further study, Art History at Liverpool Hope gives you the knowledge, confidence and connections to take your next step. 

EDUCATION

Education has the power to transform lives, shape societies and address some of the world's most pressing challenges. On this degree at Liverpool Hope University, you'll explore how learning influences individuals and communities, while examining the social, cultural, political and economic forces that shape education across the UK and internationally. 

You'll investigate contemporary issues including inequality, inclusion, digital technology, sustainability and social justice, drawing on perspectives from psychology, sociology, philosophy and history. Throughout the course, you'll be encouraged to question assumptions, evaluate evidence and develop your own informed views on the future of education. 

Learning takes place through lectures, seminars, collaborative discussion and independent research, giving you the opportunity to engage with current debates and apply theory to real-world contexts. As you progress, you'll specialise in areas that interest you and complete an independent research project with dedicated academic support. 

Whether you're passionate about improving educational opportunities, influencing policy or understanding how people learn, this degree will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and critical thinking skills to make a difference.