Education and Food & Nutritional Sciences BA (Hons)

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.

FOOD & NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES

Food and nutrition shape everything from your energy levels to long‑term health, and this degree lets you explore that impact in a hands‑on, career‑focused way. You’ll study how food affects the body across life stages, from female health and pregnancy to cardiometabolic illnesses, while developing practical lab skills that employers look for. You’ll work in industry‑standard facilities, including a sensory analysis suite, giving you real experience of food testing, product development and nutritional assessment. 

What makes this course at Liverpool Hope stand out is its flexibility: it’s the only Food & Nutrition degree you can combine with a second subject, helping you tailor your studies to your interests and future career goals. You will also build a strong sense of community through small-group teaching and activities like visits to Plas Caerdeon, our outdoor education centre. 

Whether you are passionate about health, sport, food innovation or helping people make better lifestyle choices, this degree gives you the scientific knowledge, practical experience and confidence to shape a healthier future, for yourself and for others.