Undergraduate courses in education
The study of education enables us to identify and challenge its purposes, practices and functions in different contexts.
Department of Education
We conduct research and teach courses to further our understanding of a range of education-related issues nationally and internationally.
Study education
Find out about our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, funding opportunities and how you can apply.
Postgraduate studies in education
Our Department of Education offers a range of postgraduate courses, from taught master's to research degrees.
The journey from a BA, to an MRes in Education, to a PhD
Samantha Stone talks about the benefits of studying for an MRes before moving on to a PhD.
Education alumna on track to becoming a clinical psychologist
Joyce Meloni, who completed her undergraduate degree in 2014, reminisces about her experience of the course, and how it helped her in pursuing her dream career.
Our research and people
We are involved in a wide range of research activities, including collaborative projects at both national and international levels.
Education research
Our department has a longstanding commitment to excellence in research that's nationally and internationally significant.
A-levels vs the International Baccalaureate: which makes a more rounded student?
Lecturer Shona McIntosh makes a comparison between the two programmes of education and sheds light on the importance of extracurricular activities.
Research Excellence Framework impact – a new mode of scholarly distinction?
Dr Richard Watermeyer writes about how the Research Excellence Framework measures the societal and economic impact of academic research in the UK.
Five things to think about when choosing a school for your child
For children, the most important aspect of school life is the relationships they build with their friends and teachers, says Ceri Brown, Lecturer in Education.
Department of Education academic staff
Contact details for all permanent and visiting members of the Department.
Setting more exams to combat stress among school students is utterly absurd
Dr Ceri Brown writes for The Conversation about the the issues with increasing the levels of tests and exams for young people.
News
Our latest news and updates.
Bath signs new Memorandum of Understanding with Lingnan University, Hong Kong
The new agreement will deepen the collaboration between the two universities, promoting student exchange, research and teaching collaboration.
Bath hosts International Baccalaureate Conference
The IB event brought together over 100 researchers to discuss developments in international education.
Strengthening Scottish education
Professor Alma Harris has been heavily involved in the new report, from the International Council of Education Advisers to the Scottish Government.
Academy of Social Sciences Fellowship recognition for Bath Professors
Alma Harris and Nick Pearce have been named Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences.
Improve access to increase independence of blind and partially sighted museum visitors
Improving access and provisions for blind and partially sighted visitors to cultural heritage sites is the theme of this week's 'Sensing Culture' event.
National Student Survey 2018 results
The University of Bath has received an overall satisfaction rating of 86.04% in the latest National Student Survey results, published today (27 July 2018).
About the Department of Education
Our department is a thriving academic community. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses of study.
We have a strong national and international reputation for our research, and post updates on our research blog.
Our excellent networks, include schools, colleges, universities, government departments and other educational institutions.
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