BA (Hons) English Language and English Literature

The BA (Hons) Contemporary Craft and Childhood/Youth degree from Liverpool Hope University is a unique course that melds the creative practicality of contemporary craft with the study of childhood and youth. It provides students with an opportunity to explore creativity and imagine new possibilities, while gaining skills and knowledge in a range of handcrafts. Course Content: This is a combined degree, wherein students will spend half their time in the Department of Fine and Applied Art studying Contemporary Craft and the other half exploring Childhood and Youth. The Contemporary Craft part focuses on developing students' understanding of the factors that impact upon the contemporary crafts environment in the UK, and places a strong emphasis on the entrepreneurial skills needed for conducting a successful career within this environment. The Childhood and Youth half examine issues such as childhood and youth identity, education, social policy, law, and ethics among others, which are highly relevant to careers in a range of sectors such as education, health, and social care.Key Modules: Though specific key modules are not listed, the course reveals that the study is divided into modules covering areas such as Textiles, Ceramics, Metalwork, and Glass, alongside modules focusing on childhood and youth. Future Careers: The course has been designed to prepare students for a variety of career paths including roles within social care, the health sector, education, and youth work. Additionally, it can also help in establishing a career within the contemporary craft world, running a business, working as a practitioner, or in one of the many areas that support the craft sector. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.