Education and Music BA (Hons)

EDUCATION

Our Education degree lets you explore the personal, social, cultural, and political forces that shape learning. If you want to understand how and why we learn—both in the UK and worldwide—come study with us. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on education.

At Liverpool Hope, you’ll build both academic and practical skills. You’ll learn to use research and evidence, preparing you for various careers. You’ll also grow personally, reflecting on your values and priorities. This will help you make key decisions in your career. Our degree brings education to life, tackling questions like, “Can education overcome inequality?” and “How will technology change learning and teaching?” We look deeper, uncovering the hidden mechanics that influence how education functions. By drawing on theories from psychology, sociology, history, economics, and philosophy, we show how the world works. This gives you the tools to make a difference in society.

Studying Education at Liverpool Hope University makes you a Hope Education Professional. You’ll critically assess current policies and practices, apply educational theory, and strive to make a positive impact. This degree is a strong foundation for those who want to train as teachers or pursue other education-related careers.

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MUSIC

*This course is only available as a combined honours for September 2025 entry

**Single honours course is open for 2026 entry only

Liverpool Hope University is in a famous music city, making it a great place to earn a music degree. Liverpool has a vibrant music scene. It includes popular, classical, jazz, folk, electronic, and experimental music. Our university is a great place for both creative work and academic study.

Our BA Music course lets students dive into many musical areas. They can perform, compose, and produce music. They also engage critically with various genres. These include popular, classical, jazz, electronic, and world music traditions.

Why choose our Music course?

- An inclusive approach to all genres, helping students explore their interests and new styles

- A broad curriculum that builds skills in performance, composition, and academic study

- Opportunities to perform and compose in university ensembles and student-led groups

- Expert staff who are active in professional music beyond the university

The School of Creative and Performing Arts is in the Capstone building on our Creative Campus. It is one of the few All-Steinway Music Schools in the UK. It has a Steinway Model D in the Capstone Theatre. There are soundproof rehearsal and recording rooms. Plus, it offers a wide range of instruments and technology for every genre.

Our music programme also supports multi-instrumentalists with one-on-one tuition and performance chances. Students get hands-on experience with groups like Liverpool Sound City, Immix Ensemble, Liverpool Hope Metropolitan Orchestra, Ditto Music, and The Vocal Booth studio. Guest lectures by industry pros give students a peek into the music world. They help prepare students for successful careers.

Join Liverpool Hope University’s vibrant music community. Take the next step in your creative and professional journey with our music degree.