BA (Hons) Philosophy and Education at Keele University

The Philosophy and Education BA at Keele equips you with highly sought-after skills for the modern world, blending logical analysis, textual criticism, and independent thinking with a deep exploration of education. Through lively debate and critical discussion, you will refine your ability to tackle complex ideas which can be applied to the context of teaching, learning, and the wider education system. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and leadership, this programme prepares you for a career in teaching or working with young people, empowering you to make a real impact in the field of education and gives you transferable skills for a wide range of other careers.

Faculty: Faculty of Business, Law, Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Philosophy as Reason and Wonder, What does it mean to be good?, Education Past and Present, Becoming a Social Scientist. Year 2 compulsory modules: Enlightenment Philosophy, Educational Inequalities. Year 3 compulsory modules: Evaluating Science with Philosophy, Educational Policy: Making Change, Engaged Social Science.

Career pathways

A degree in Philosophy and Education will develop your skills in communication and critical analysis. You will graduate with a forward thinking approach towards your work and demonstrate your problem-solving skills in the workplace environment.

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