BA (Hons) Education and Art & Design History

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduating with a BA (Hons) in Education and Art & Design History from Liverpool Hope University opens up a range of career opportunities in the fields of education, art, museums, galleries, and cultural institutions.

Art Educator: Graduates can pursue careers as art educators, teaching art and design history in schools, colleges, or community centers. They develop curriculum materials, lead art classes and workshops, and inspire students to explore their creativity and appreciation for art.

Museum Educator: Graduates can work as museum educators in art museums, galleries, or cultural institutions, designing and delivering educational programs and tours for visitors of all ages. They develop engaging educational resources, lead tours of museum collections, and facilitate hands-on art activities.

Gallery Assistant: Graduates can become gallery assistants, working in art galleries or commercial galleries, assisting with exhibition installation, visitor services, and administrative tasks. They may also have opportunities to curate exhibitions, promote artists' work, and contribute to gallery programming.

Arts Administrator: Graduates can pursue careers as arts administrators, working for arts organizations, non-profit arts agencies, or government arts councils. They manage budgets, coordinate events and exhibitions, and support fundraising and marketing efforts to promote the arts within the community.

Art Historian: Graduates can work as art historians, conducting research, writing scholarly articles, and contributing to academic publications on art and design history. They may work for universities, research institutions, or museums, specializing in areas such as Renaissance art, modernism, or contemporary art movements.

Cultural Program Coordinator: Graduates can become cultural program coordinators, organizing and managing educational and cultural programs for community organizations, cultural centers, or government agencies. They develop partnerships, plan events and workshops, and engage the community in arts and cultural activities.

Art Therapy Practitioner: Graduates can pursue careers as art therapy practitioners, using art and creative expression to help individuals explore their emotions, improve mental health, and overcome challenges. They may work in hospitals, schools, or mental health centers, providing therapy to clients of all ages.

Art Critic or Journalist: Graduates can work as art critics or journalists, writing reviews, articles, and features on art exhibitions, artists, and art trends for newspapers, magazines, or online publications. They provide insight and analysis on the contemporary art world and contribute to public discourse on art and culture.