The Education Studies and English Literature BA (Hons) at the University of Worcester invites you to explore the dynamic interplay between literary interpretation and educational practice. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about understanding how texts shape our world and how educational approaches can foster critical thinking and personal growth. You will delve into diverse literary forms and genres, from historical narratives to contemporary works, while simultaneously examining the past, present, and future of education, with a particular focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion.
This full-time, three-year on-campus program offers a rich learning experience through lectures, seminars, and practical work. You will engage with literary theory, explore postcolonial texts, and critically analyse children's literature, alongside modules on educational psychology, safeguarding, and sustainable futures in education. Your studies will culminate in a significant independent research project or dissertation, allowing you to deeply investigate a topic of your choice. You will graduate with highly transferable literacy, communication, and analytical skills, prepared for diverse careers in education, publishing, or the cultural sector.