BA Hons History and Education Studies

The BA (Hons) History and Education course at the University of Derby combines the captivating field of history with the dynamic realm of education. Tailored to help students gain an in-depth understanding of the historical context of educational practices, this course introduces different aspects of historic experiences, events, cultural practices, and ideas that influence contemporary education systems. Course Content: The course is a balanced mix of studying historical events, ideas, changes, and the development and structure of education systems. The curriculum includes Interactive tutorials, lectures, seminars, and guest lectures from experts in the field, localized and international field trips, practical work experience, and the option to study abroad. Students can tailor their degree by choosing modules that match their interests and career aspirations.Key Modules: History modules include Public History and Heritage, Historical Research and Writing, History in Practice. Education modules include Education in Britain, Primary School Observation, Perspectives in Education, Education Policies and Issues, Understanding Education Research, and Learning and Teaching. Final year students can undertake independent studies to research an area of their interests.Accreditations: This course is not linked to a particular professional body, but the university mentions that the skills acquired during the course are highly desirable in a wide range of professions.Future Careers: The course provides a stepping stone to a number of career opportunities in teaching, heritage or museum work, community education, social policy development, journalism, or civil service. It also allows students to go on to further study at postgraduate level, including a PGCE.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.