Special Educational Needs and Sport & Physical Education BA (Hons)

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

Make a difference by challenging barriers to inclusion and championing disability rights with Liverpool Hope University’s Special Educational Needs degree. Designed for students who want to create positive change, this course explores the social, cultural and historical perspectives that shape our understanding of disability and special educational needs, helping you develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills valued across education, health, social care and beyond.  

You will learn from a supportive team of academics whose teaching is informed by personal experience together with internationally recognised research through the University's Centre for Culture and Disability Studies. Alongside lectures, seminars and tutorials, you'll engage with guest speakers, disabled-led organisations and professional partners, connecting theory with real-world practice.  

With a strong emphasis on inclusion, advocacy and social justice, you'll graduate prepared to make an impact in a wide range of careers while developing transferable skills in research, communication, critical thinking and ethical decision-making. Whether you're passionate about education, disability inclusion or social change, this degree provides an excellent foundation for your future.  

You can also study Special Educational Needs via a single honours degree with the course.

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SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Studying Sport & Physical Education at Liverpool Hope University gives you the chance to explore how these areas shape lives in Liverpool, the North West, and beyond. Based at Hope Park, you’ll learn through a mix of practical sessions, applied theory, and real‑world experiences designed to build confidence, leadership and coaching skills. Small‑group teaching means you’re known as an individual, not just a number, and you’ll be supported to become the best version of yourself academically and personally. 

You’ll dive into topics such as physical literacy, sport pedagogy, coaching practice, youth development, and the role of sport in communities. With access to specialist facilities and opportunities for placements, volunteering and study abroad, you’ll develop the knowledge and hands‑on experience needed for a future career in sport and education sectors across Liverpool and the wider UK. 

This degree is ideal if you’re passionate about sport, enjoy working with people, and want a career that makes a positive impact.