The Education and History BA (Hons) at Keele University offers you a unique opportunity to explore the complex interplay between learning and the past. You will delve into the core elements of education, including policy, teaching, and practice, while simultaneously investigating the profound social, economic, political, and cultural forces that have shaped global history. This combined honours programme is designed for intellectually curious students who wish to understand how historical contexts influence educational development and how educational theories and practices have evolved over time. You will critically examine the psychological, sociological, and cultural influences on education, preparing you to address contemporary challenges.
This full-time, on-campus degree, studied over three years, provides a dynamic learning experience. You will engage with compulsory modules such as 'Understanding Learning' and 'Education in Britain: past, present, future', alongside a diverse range of historical topics from 'Defining Moments in World History' to 'Medieval Europe and Its World'. Through research strategies, historical analysis, and critical evaluation of evidence, you will develop essential academic skills. The syllabus includes opportunities for work placements and an independent research project or dissertation in your final year, ensuring you graduate with a robust understanding and the transferable skills sought by employers in education, heritage, policy, and research sectors.