Education and English Language 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.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

English Language at Liverpool Hope explores how language shapes the world, from identity and culture to media, politics and everyday communication. You’ll study how English has evolved, how it works in real life, and how people use language to persuade, connect and create meaning. Modules cover areas such as sociolinguistics, grammar, discourse analysis, language change, world Englishes and the relationship between language, society and power. 

Teaching takes place in small, supportive classes, giving you the confidence to debate ideas, analyse real-world language data and understand how English operates across different communities and contexts. Studying in Liverpool, a city known for its creativity, music, culture and strong regional identity, gives you a unique environment for exploring language in action. 

You’ll build skills in critical thinking, communication, analysis and research, preparing you for a wide range of future pathways in the UK’s cultural and creative industries. English Language at Liverpool Hope is designed to help you become a sharp, curious and confident analyst of the world’s most influential language. 

Hear a warm welcome from Senior Lecturer Dr Lisa Nahajec.