BA Hons Education Studies and English

The Education Studies and English course offered by the University of Bedfordshire intersects the disciplinary spaces of English Literature and Education Studies, providing a helpful foundation for students aiming for a career in the education sector. The course is designed to broaden the understanding of key concepts, theories, and practices related to education combined with the analysis of a wide range of literature covering different periods and genres.Course Content: The course content focuses on fundamentals of education and English literature. It covers a broad spectrum ranging from social, political, and historical perspectives on education to the study of English literature including drama, poetry, and prose, enabling students to develop comprehensive skills in both fields.Key Modules: Some of the key modules of the course include 'Analysing Discourse', 'Policy and Politics in Education', 'International Perspectives on Education', 'Children's Literature', 'Post-Colonial Literatures', and 'Understanding Learning.'Future Careers: This course can lead to various career paths including teaching, education management, educational research and policy, youth work, education publishing, and educational charity work. It could also serve as a foundation for further specialization or research in both Education Studies and English literature.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.